Free business tools for Kenya — create invoices, quotes, receipts and payslips
Doing business in Kenya
Businesses in Kenya operate as sole proprietors, partnerships or registered companies. Depending on turnover, businesses may need to register for VAT, which is 16% for businesses above the registration threshold (KES 5 million in annual turnover). Clear, professional documents are an important part of doing business in Kenya and staying aligned with KRA requirements.
Documents every Kenyan business needs
- Invoices to request payment
- Quotations to propose prices before work starts
- Receipts to confirm payments received
- Payslips for employees
- Purchase orders for buying from suppliers
VAT in Kenya
VAT in Kenya is 16%. VAT-registered businesses should show VAT clearly on invoices and receipts, with their KRA PIN. For current registration rules, check the KRA website.
Payslips and payroll in Kenya
Employers in Kenya provide monthly payslips showing gross salary, deductions and net pay. Common deductions include PAYE income tax, SHIF, NSSF and the Housing Levy. Payslips help employees prove income and help employers keep clean payroll records.
Why use jmDoc in Kenya
- Supports Kenyan Shilling (KES) by default
- Free to use, with no sign-up required
- Fast, clean PDF documents you can print or share
Frequently asked questions
What documents do businesses in Kenya need?
Most businesses need invoices, quotations, receipts, payslips and sometimes purchase orders to request payment, propose prices, confirm payments and keep clean records.
What is the VAT rate in Kenya?
The standard VAT rate in Kenya is 16%. VAT-registered businesses should show VAT clearly on invoices and receipts.
Can I create an invoice for my business in Kenya for free?
Yes. jmDoc's invoice generator for Kenya is free, supports KES and VAT at 16%, and requires no sign-up.
Do these tools support Kenyan Shilling (KES)?
Yes. All Kenya tools default to KES, and every tool supports 90+ world currencies.