Initially, for one to pay stamp duty, one had to log into the iTax portal of the individual required to pay for the stamp duty; key in the necessary details of the property in question such as the price, names of the vendor and purchaser, title number, the location of the property and finally the assessed amount. This would in turn generate a Payment Registration Number (PRN) which would be used when making the stamp duty payment.
To make stamp duty payments, you
- Log in to the Ardhisasa platform: Just go to the Ardhisasa platform and log into your account. If you don’t have one, go ahead and create it.
- Select ‘Ardhipay’ by clicking on the ‘Ardhipay’ option.
- Select the ‘Stamp Duty ‘ option. Then click on either Land Stamp Duty or Non Land Stamp Duty. Then navigate to the ‘New Application’ button and select this option.
- Initiate the transaction you are making. You then proceed to fill in the details needed for you to be able to apply. Once this is done you apply and pay the transaction/convenience fee.
- The Land Registration Department will then review the application and if it is in order, it will be forwarded to the Assessment/Valuation Department. Here they will either visit your property for physical valuation or use a scale for similar properties located in the same area.
- On completion of valuation/assessment, an invoice will appear under the “Invoices” tab of the application you are handling. The invoice will give you the option to either pay or view the amount that has been assessed. Click on pay and make the payment via your preferred mode.
What is Stamp Duty?
This is tax levied on legal instruments such as land transactions, agreements, shares, among other instruments.
How do I pay Stamp Duty on Ardhisasa?
- Log-in to ‘Ardhisasa’.
- Click on the ‘Ardhipay’ option.
- Click on ‘Stamp Duty Self Assessment’.
- Navigate to the ‘New Application’ button and click on it.
- Provide the relevant information & documentation needed and click on ‘Submit’.
- Once the invoice has been generated, click on the ‘Pay’ button.
- Choose a payment method & follow the instructions therein.
What payment methods are accepted by the system?
The system accepts a variety of payment methods, including:
- M Pesa
- M Pesa Express
- Pesaflow Direct
- Kenya Commercial Bank
- Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS)
- Airtel money
What is the cost of paying stamp duty?
The payment processing is facilitated through e-citizen, and for each generated invoice, there is a convenience fee of 50 shillings.
What should I do if my payment fails or is declined?
At Ardhisasa Customer Care, we understand that payment hiccups can happen for a variety of reasons, and we’re here to assist you. If you encounter a payment failure, which can sometimes be due to factors like insufficient funds or payment method issues, we kindly advise you to review your payment details carefully and make another attempt. If the issue continues to persist, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our dedicated customer support team for prompt assistance.
How can I view my payment history and receipts?
To view your payment history and receipts, simply log in to your account and head to the “Ardhipay” section located on the left-hand panel of the system. In this section, you will find two tabs: “Unpaid Invoices” and “Paid Invoices.” These tabs provide a comprehensive summary of all your payments, both those that have been paid and those that are still outstanding.
Important Payment Guidelines
- Ensure your payment matches the exact invoice amount to avoid overpayments or partial payments.
- Verify the invoice reference number and accurately input it during the payment process.
- Direct all payments to the authorized account as specified in the provided payment instructions.
- Previous accounts have been suspended and should not be used for any further payments.
- Before submitting an invoicing application, it’s crucial to double-check all payment details. Key identifiers, such as the parcel number and uploaded documents, must be accurate. Any mistakes in these details could result in lost payments, so please verify them carefully before proceeding.