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Avoiding VAT Overpayments in Kenya Through Smart Classification

Situation

A multinational telecom vendor struggled with inflated VAT and duty charges
when shipping networking gear into Kenya. Incorrect HS code classification
threatened:

  • Excessive tax exposure.

  • Shipment delays from repeated customs queries.

  • Higher operating costs for regional rollouts.

IOR Africa Solution

    • HS Code Precision: Re-classified equipment under the correct tariff lines
      recognized by Kenyan authorities.

    • Regulatory Alignment: Provided documentation that met local telecom
      standards.

    • Optimized Duty Handling: Reduced unnecessary fees while ensuring
      compliance.

Results

    1. Significant savings in duties and VAT.

    2. Clearance times cut down substantially.

    3. Client rolled out its regional network with fewer financial risks.

Client Testimonials

“Their compliance expertise immediately reduced our tax exposure. We cleared faster and saved significantly on duties.”
— Head of Supply Chain, Multinational Telecom Vendor