How to Pay Land Rent in Kenya Online (2025 Guide)
Complete, updated walkthrough for paying your leasehold land rent online via Ardhisasa, KRA iTax, M-Pesa & county portals—plus expert help from CGEN Properties.
What Is Land Rent & Who Must Pay?
Land rent is an annual charge levied by the Ministry of Lands & Physical Planning on all **leasehold** properties in Kenya. If you hold a 99-year lease (common for foreigners and companies), you must pay the rent on or before 30th June every year to avoid penalties and interest.
4 Ways to Pay Land Rent Online (2025)
- 1. Ardhisasa Portal – For Nairobi & digitised counties.
- 2. KRA iTax – Handles land rent for all counties; generate PRN and pay via mobile or bank.
- 3. M-Pesa Paybill 572572 – Quick USSD option.
- 4. County ePayment Portals – e.g., Nairobi Pay, Mombasa eCitizen.
Step-by-Step: Ardhisasa Portal
- Register/Login – Visit ardhisasa.lands.go.ke and create an account using your ID/Passport.
- Add Property – Enter your title number to link the parcel to your profile.
- Generate Rent Invoice – Navigate to Services ➜ Land Rent ➜ Generate Invoice; the system shows the annual rent plus any arrears.
- Select Payment Method – Choose M-Pesa Express, PesaLink, or card.
- Pay & Download Receipt – After successful payment, download the official e-receipt for your records.
Pro Tip: Use the same portal to download your Land Rent Clearance Certificate—a must-have when selling or charging your property.
Step-by-Step: KRA iTax
- Log in – Go to itax.kra.go.ke.
- Payments ➜ Payment Registration – Select tax head Income Tax – Land Rent.
- Enter Details – Input your title number and the tax period.
- Generate PRN – A unique Payment Registration Number is created.
- Pay – Use M-Pesa Paybill 572572, Account No. PRN, or any bank.
- Download Receipt – Available instantly under My Payment.
Pay via USSD *217# (Nairobi County)
- Dial *217# on Safaricom.
- Select Land Services ➜ Land Rent.
- Enter your title number.
- Confirm amount and pay via M-Pesa.
- You will receive an SMS confirmation and e-receipt link.
Fees, Penalties & Deadlines
- Due Date: 30 June every year.
- Penalty: 2 % per month on unpaid rent.
- Search Fee: KES 500 (Ardhisasa).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find my land rent balance?
Log into Ardhisasa or KRA iTax and search by your title number. The current balance plus any arrears will be displayed instantly.
Can I pay land rent without visiting the Ministry of Lands?
Yes. All payments are now digital—use Ardhisasa, iTax, M-Pesa or county e-portals from anywhere in the world.
What if I lost my title deed?
Apply for a duplicate title at the Lands Registry. In the meantime, you can still pay rent online with your title number.
Is the receipt valid for visa & banking purposes?
Absolutely. The e-receipt from Ardhisasa or iTax is the legally recognised proof of payment accepted by banks and foreign missions.
How long does it take for the payment to reflect?
M-Pesa and card payments reflect in real-time; bank transfers may take 24–48 hours.
CGEN Properties—We Handle It For You
- Free annual rent reminder alerts via WhatsApp & email.
- End-to-end online payment on your behalf if you’re abroad.
- Instant delivery of clearance certificates for sales or loans.
- 24/7 support desk: +254 700 123 456.
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