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    Updated for Nigeria Tax Act 2025

    Nigerian Tax Calculator & Compliance Platform

    Know What You Owe. Keep What's Yours.

    Calculate your personal income tax in 60 seconds. Track income, maximize deductions, and prepare for filing—all in one place.

    Free to use2026 tax rates
    200+ creators, freelancers & SMEs
    Effective January 1, 2026

    The Nigeria Tax Act 2025 Changed Everything

    New tax brackets, new thresholds, new rules. Here's what actually changed for freelancers, content creators, and small business owners.

    New ₦800,000 Tax-Free Threshold

    Earn under ₦800,000 per year? You pay ₦0 in tax. This was previously around ₦300,000.

    New Progressive Tax Brackets

    Tax rates now range from 15% to 25% on income above the threshold, replacing the old 7%-24% system.

    Rent Relief of Up to ₦500,000

    Deduct 20% of your annual rent from taxable income, up to ₦500,000 maximum.

    KeepAm Makes Nigerian Tax Simple

    Stop guessing. Stop worrying. Our calculator uses the official 2026 rates to show you exactly what you owe—and helps you track everything year-round.

    How KeepAm Works

    Track Your Earnings. Know Your Tax. Sleep Better.

    Every time you get paid—brand deal, AdSense, freelance gig—add it to KeepAm. We'll tell you exactly how much of it is tax, what to set aside, and what you'll owe at filing time.

    Brand Deal: ₦150,000
    Amount received₦150,000
    Tax on this payment₦22,500
    You keep₦127,500
    Set aside ₦22,500 for tax

    See Tax Impact On Every Payment

    Got ₦150K from a brand deal? We'll show you: ₦22,500 is tax, you keep ₦127,500. No surprises. No guessing. Know instantly how every naira affects your tax.

    • Real-time tax calculation as you add income
    • Running total of what you owe so far
    • 'You keep' amount shown on every entry
    • Works with NGN, USD, GBP, EUR
    January Income₦485,000 total

    YouTube AdSense

    $300 USD

    +₦285,000

    Brand Sponsorship

    Opay

    +₦150,000

    Fiverr Withdrawal

    $50 USD

    +₦50,000

    Built for How Creators Actually Earn

    YouTube AdSense in dollars? Sponsorship to OPay? Fiverr withdrawals? We handle it all. Add income in any currency, from any source. We convert, calculate, and track automatically.

    • YouTube, TikTok, Instagram income tracking
    • Automatic USD/GBP to NGN conversion
    • Brand deals, affiliates, sponsorships
    • Freelance income (Upwork, Fiverr, direct clients)
    Tax Set-Aside Tracker

    Set aside this month

    ₦48,500

    Based on ₦485,000 income

    YTD Tax Estimate₦48,500
    You should have saved₦48,500
    Filing deadlineMarch 31, 2027

    💡 On track! You're setting aside the right amount.

    Know Exactly What To Set Aside

    No more guessing '30% should be safe.' KeepAm tells you exactly how much to set aside each month based on what you've actually earned. When March comes, you'll have exactly what you need.

    • Monthly set-aside recommendations
    • Tax bracket alerts when you're close to jumping up
    • Year-end projection based on your pattern
    • Never pay penalties for being unprepared

    Nigerian Tax Questions Answered

    Quick, accurate answers based on the Nigeria Tax Act 2025

    What are Nigerian tax rates in 2026?

    Personal income tax rates for 2026 are: 0% on the first ₦800,000; 15% on ₦800,001-₦3,000,000; 18% on ₦3,000,001-₦12,000,000; 21% on ₦12,000,001-₦25,000,000; 23% on ₦25,000,001-₦50,000,000; and 25% on income above ₦50,000,000.

    Source: Nigeria Tax Act 2025

    Nigeria uses a progressive tax system, meaning different portions of your income are taxed at different rates. The first ₦800,000 is completely tax-free—this is the largest tax-free threshold in Nigeria's history.

    View the complete tax bracket table →

    Last updated: January 2026

    Do freelancers pay tax in Nigeria?

    Yes, freelancers in Nigeria must pay personal income tax on earnings above ₦800,000 per year. Self-employed individuals are responsible for self-assessment and must file returns by March 31 each year.

    Source: Nigeria Tax Act 2025

    As a freelancer, you're responsible for calculating and paying your own tax—there's no employer to do it for you. You'll need a TIN (Tax Identification Number) and must file an annual return.

    Read the complete freelancer tax guide →

    Last updated: January 2026

    What is rent relief in Nigerian tax?

    Rent relief allows Nigerian taxpayers to deduct 20% of their annual rent from taxable income, up to a maximum of ₦500,000. This deduction was introduced under the Nigeria Tax Act 2025.

    Source: Nigeria Tax Act 2025

    Example: If you pay ₦2,000,000 in annual rent, you can deduct ₦400,000 (20%) from your taxable income. If you pay ₦3,000,000 or more, you get the maximum ₦500,000 deduction.

    Calculate your tax with rent relief →

    Last updated: January 2026

    200+

    Creators, freelancers & SMEs using KeepAm

    ₦0

    Average tax for users earning under ₦800K

    90%

    Of users owe less than they expected

    2 min

    To see your tax breakdown

    What Nigerian Creators Are Saying

    "I've been making money on YouTube for 3 years and never knew what I was supposed to pay. KeepAm showed me I actually owe way less than I thought—and now I know exactly what to set aside each month. No more anxiety."
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    YouTuber, 120K subscribers, Lagos

    "All my freelance clients pay in USD. I had no idea how to calculate tax on foreign income. KeepAm converts everything and shows me the tax instantly. I finally feel like I know what I'm doing."
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    Freelance Designer, Fiverr Top Rated

    "My accountant recommended KeepAm for tracking between our quarterly meetings. Now when we meet, I just share my report and everything's organized. Saves us both time."
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    Software Developer, Multiple Clients

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