Kenya’s Import Declaration Fee (IDF)

IMPORT DECLARATION FEE (IDF) – KEY UPDATES:

Last reviewed – 26 February 2025

Removed Provisions:
- The 1.5% IDF for raw materials, intermediate products, or affordable housing inputs has been removed.
- The 1.5% IDF for goods under the EAC Duty Remission Scheme has also been removed.

1.	Aircraft spare parts
2.	Inputs/raw materials for SOFA companies
3.	Denatured ethanol, BEV stoves
4.	Equipment, machinery, & vehicles for KDF & National Police
5.	Large investments (KES 5B+) if approved by Cabinet Secretary
6.	Woven fabrics (5407) & worn clothing (6309) for textile manufacturing (upon approval from Trade & Industry CS).

Key Consideration: Importers should factor in these rate changes & exemptions when planning their imports.

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