SARS

Individuals employed in South Africa are obliged to pay their taxes through the South African Revenue Services. These tax services can be accessed by logging in to the online platform.

SARS tax season is well underway in South Africa with thousands of tax payers submitting tax returns. Many of these individuals are set to receive tax refunds. 

The annual tax season will start this on the 15th July. For most taxpayers, this time of the year is usually associated with a considerable amount of stress. But there can be good news if you are auto assessed by SARS.

The 2024 tax season is less than one month away. SARS is calling on taxpayers to prepare their information and documents to ensure a smooth tax season. 

If you are a tax paying employee, it is important to know the penalties that will be imposed on you by the South African Revenue Service for non-compliance with tax laws. 

SARS has sent a warning to taxpayers living in South Africa. This comes after the revenue service found a high number of tax advisors who were not compliant. 

South Africa's Revenue Service smashed its tax collection targets last year. Trillions of rands were collected by SARS. 

The National Treasury has implemented the 2023 Tax Acts, enacting changes proposed in the Minister of Finance's annual Budget Speech. These Acts cover adjustments to tax rates, excise duties, and administrative procedures, now in effect as of 22 December 2023.

The end of October signals the culmination of a busy period for the South African Revenue Service (SARS). The deadlines for filing the first portion of Provisional Tax (for the six months ending 31 August) and the annual filing of Personal Income Tax (23 October) give SARS plenty to assess and audit in the weeks following these important dates.

Taxpayers in South Africa are gearing up for the 2023 tax filing season. These taxpayers are encouraged to familiarise themselves with several rule changes introduced for tax disputes.

All South African taxpayers are required to be fully tax compliant through timely tax registrations and payments to avoid penalties and interest being charged. This is why it is crucial to know what your tax compliance status is.

Working individuals in South Africa are expected to pay a tax on their return for as long as their professional careers remain active. However, what happens to these tax obligations when an employee dies?

SARS has just made it easier for employers to register their employees individually with their latest version of e@syFile. The process only involves a few simple steps.

All South African employers are required to be fully tax compliant through timely tax registrations and payments to avoid penalties and interest being charged. As an employer, it is important to stay up to date with all SARS deadlines and payment dates. 

South Africa’s tax authority, SARS has revealed its final revenue collection for the 2022/23 financial year. This results reflected a significant growth trajectory over the past few years.

It is vital for nonprofit organisations (NPOs) to be aware of and comply with regulations affecting the sector, if they are to maintain good governance and continue to attract funding. 

All South African taxpayers are required to be fully tax compliant through on timely submission of returns and payments to avoid penalties and interest being charged. It is important to know how much tax debt you may owe.  

Both individuals and businesses are required to pay tax through on-time submission of returns and payments, to avoid penalties and interest being charged. If you owe money to SARS and need to make payment arrangements.

Having a tax number is essential, especially if you are earning a salary. Fortunately, you can complete the entire process of submitting your SARS tax number online application without the hassle of standing in long queues.

The process of paying your taxes (as a business or an individual) can be managed and completed online, via SARS eFiling. While the process of eFiling might seem daunting, it is a convenient way to file your taxes online.