How to Generate the Tourism Levy Payment Slip for Payment

How to Generate the Tourism Levy Payment Slip for Payment. The Tourism Fund, established under the Tourism Act, 2011, manages the tourism levy paid by individuals in the hotel and restaurant business in Kenya. The levy supports the sustainable development of the tourism industry. This guide will walk you through generating a tourism levy payment slip for payment purposes using the Tourism Fund Portal.

Requirements

Before you start, ensure you have:

• A PC or mobile device with internet access
• Your login credentials for the Tourism Fund Portal

Step-by-Step Procedure to Generate Tourism Levy Payment Slip

1. Open Your Browser
   • Use your PC or mobile device to open your preferred browser.
2. Access the Tourism Levy Fund Portal
   • Go to the Tourism Levy Fund Portal by typing https://levy.tourismfund.co.ke/ in the URL bar and press Enter.
3. Login to Your Account
   • If you have an account, enter your login credentials and click “Login”.
   • If you are new, click on “Sign Up” to register an account, then proceed to log in.
4. Navigate to File Returns
   • Once logged in, go to the Dashboard.
   • Hover over the “File Returns” menu.
   • Click on “Simple” if you have sales to report, or “Nil” if you did not make any sales.
5. Select the Month and Establishment Details
   • Select the month for which you are filing returns.
   • Choose whether you pay VAT or service charge.
   • Select your establishment from the dropdown menu.
   • Click on “Next”.
6. Enter Earnings Details
   • On the next page, enter the daily earnings for the categories of Accommodation, Drinks, and Food.
   • Fill in the earnings for each date in the selected month. Enter zero (0) if there were no sales on a specific day.
7. Submit and Generate Payment Slip
   • After entering all earnings, click on “Submit”.
   • The system will generate the tourism levy payment slip.
8. Make the Payment
   • You can pay directly using M-PESA via eCitizen.
   • Alternatively, download the payment slip and pay via Bank.

Additional Tips

• Accurate Data Entry: Ensure all earnings details are accurately entered to avoid discrepancies.
• Regular Updates: File your returns monthly to stay compliant with regulations.
• Keep Records: Save a copy of the payment slip and payment confirmation for your records.

By following these steps, hotel and restaurant owners can efficiently file their tourism levy returns and generate payment slips, ensuring timely and accurate payment of the levy to support the tourism industry in Kenya.