Important tax dates for 2026

Mark these dates in your calendar to stay compliant and avoid penalties.

Annual Filing Deadline

March 31, 2026

This is the deadline for:

Filing your annual tax return

Paying any outstanding tax from 2025

Self-employed individuals

Freelancers

Business owners

Content creators

Monthly VAT Returns

21st of each month

If you're registered for VAT:

Due 21 days after month-end

Report VAT collected and paid

Remit net VAT to FIRS

PAYE (For Employers)

10th of each month

Employers must:

Remit employee taxes by the 10th

This is your employer's responsibility

Quarterly Estimates

If you make quarterly payments:

Q1: April 15

Q2: July 15

Q3: October 15

Q4: January 15 (of next year)

Key 2026 Calendar

Date	What's Due
Jan 21	December VAT
Feb 21	January VAT
Mar 21	February VAT
Mar 31	Annual Tax Return
Apr 15	Q1 Estimate
Apr 21	March VAT
...	(Monthly VAT continues)

Tips for Meeting Deadlines

Set reminders - KeepAm sends notifications

Prepare early - Don't wait for deadline week

Keep records updated - Log income/expenses regularly

Have payment ready - Know your tax amount in advance

What If You'll Be Late?

If you can't meet a deadline:

File as soon as possible

Pay whatever you can

Late is better than never

Interest accrues, but penalties are worse for not filing

Important tax dates for 2026