KE · CROSSBORDER · 06 · Kenya

Cross-border — EAC, Exports & COMESA

Kenya sits at the heart of East Africa: a founding EAC member, a COMESA signatory and a growing exporter of services. Every cross-border transaction has VAT, customs and employment implications that require careful documentation.

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EAC Trade (East African Community)

EAC trade from Kenya: preferential tariffs within the East African Community, harmonised customs procedures and supply chain documentation.

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Export & Import

Exporting goods and services from Kenya and importing: customs documentation, logistics and multi-currency invoicing.

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Zero-rated Exports & VAT

Zero-rated VAT on exports from Kenya: correct invoice treatment, evidence requirements and input VAT reclaim.

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COMESA Trade

COMESA membership and trade benefits for Kenyan businesses: free trade area, customs procedures and regional supply chains.

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Posting Workers Abroad

Sending Kenyan employees to work in EAC/COMESA countries: social security obligations, work permits and payroll documentation.

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Double Taxation Agreements

Kenya's double taxation agreement network: applying DTAs to reduce withholding tax on cross-border income and the documentation required.

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