Kenya: VAT
Upwork collects and remits value-added tax (VAT) to the Kenyan government as required by law. Providing a VAT ID is optional and doesn't exempt you from paying the tax. You can enter your VAT ID by visiting Settings and then selecting Tax Information. Kenya offers tax exemption if you have a valid tax exemption certificate. Contact Upwork Support to provide a tax exemption certificate for our review.
We are required to assess a 16% tax on these services:
- • Membership fees, including Freelancer Plus
- • Connects purchases
- • Freelancer service fees
- • Marketplace, payment processing, and contract initiation fees
- • Enterprise subscription, billing, and service fees
- • Any Hire client fees
If you change locations in your account settings, your VAT will be adjusted accordingly. You can update your location by visiting Settings and then selecting Contact Info.
Please note that this information is for general guidance only, and for specific tax advice, consult your country's tax authority or a tax advisor. To learn more, visit the Kenya tax authority website.