Tax Q&A
Pension fund on my ITR12?
Why will the amount deducted from my salary for pension fund, differ from the amount shown on my eFiling tax calc? You are only allowed a maximum of 7.5% of
Read moreDo I calculate tax after deducting employees UIF, provident funds, allowances?
Do I calculate tax after I have debited UIF, Pension Fund and transport allowance or I calculate it before anything is debited? Only deduct pension fund up t
Read moreIRP5 sent and received but still not asssessed, am I being audited?
Hi TimI did my tax on the 03/07/2014 on eFiling, I submitted all forms needed for the IRP5. This is my first year doing taxes, what I don't understand is that t
Read moreRetirement & Provident Withdrawal Tax Refund
Good day, on the 25 January 2014 I changed employment and had a withdrawal from my previous employees Retirement and Provident funds of approximately R57200.00
Read moreTransfer from one retirement annuity fund to another - how to handle on efiling?
During the 2013/2014 tax year I moved a retirement annuity from one fund to another. As part of this process the accumulated value in the "old" RA was paid ove
Read more50% medical aid subs paid by company
If the company deducts 50% of my medical aid premium from my salary and they pay they other 50%- however they reflect this as perks tax on my salary slip- shou
Read moreCan I claim tax against amounts spent on my building of my home?
I would like to know if a person can claim tax against the amount they spend on building a house? No, the cost of the house will be included in the base pric
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Read moreHow can I get a tax number?
How can I get a tax number? Please click the link to find out How to get a SARS tax number
Read moreNot registered for tax, but wants to submit returns?
My husband worked for different small businesses(at home mechanical/panel shops) for 5 years now and received weekly wages per month in cash, which is currently
Read moreHave ITA 34, and Statement, banking details verfied but it says on my status ITA document assessing
I received my ITA34 and statement of account, which shows a refund however I got a letter to say that I need to confirm my banking details, which have not chang
Read moreDepreciation on my ITR12?
I bought a laptop and tablet that I use for work that cost R20 000. How do I calculate the depreciation? Please make use of our Wear and Tear calculator in
Read moreWhat medical expenses can be claimed?
What medical expenses can be claimed? All out of pocket expenses that you incurred due to a doctor writing a prescription or hospital bills or doctors visit
Read moreDo public sector employees get a rebate on medical aid contributions not subsidized by the state?
Do you get a tax rebate if you contribute to a private Medical Aid like Discovery Health if you work in the public sector and do you qualify for a tax rebate on
Read moreMessage after submitting IRP5?
What message will you get if you owe SARS on your mobile? You should receive an sms or email telling you that a document is waiting for you. It is called an
Read moreDo I add claims not paid by my medical scheme on my IRT12
On the medical certificate that I have received there's an amount under claims not paid by my medical scheme, do I include that amount anywhere on my ITR12.
Read moreHow will I know if my submission on SARS eFiling was successful?
How will I know if my submission on SARS eFiling was successful? You should receive an sms or email from SARS telling you a notice has been issued to you and
Read moreWhere can I check my tax return
Where can I check my tax return Would you like to 1) view your fully completed tax return document, or 2) calculate how much of a tax refund you are getting?
Read moreHow do I close my tax account?
I am a provisional taxpayer. I used to have my own business. I am no longer employed and I am leaving the country in December. I am wanting to know what the pro
Read moreApplication denied in SARS application
If you apply for a TAX number from SARS and it says "Identification denied ". What does that mean? It means your ID authentication has not been successful. Y
Read moreMedical aid deduction?
For part of the 2014 tax year my fiancé and I were part of Medihelp. He was the principal member thus the tax certificate is in his name, however the contributi
Read moreIRP5 issued after returns submission filed.
My last employer has not submitted an IRP5 , and after calling today am getting the run around and same old story "were getting it " .. now.. its only for a 2 m
Read moreIndividual Income Tax Returns Arrears since 2010
What is the best and most tax efficient way to submit Individual tax returns that have not been submitted for the past 4 years? How do I handle income tax retur
Read moreDo I submit a travel log book for code 3702
I am paid re-imbursive travel allowance at more than SARS prescribed rate and I have traveled more than 8000 kms this year (business). The re-imbursive allowanc
Read moreWhere to I add IT3b and 3c information on ITR12?
My mother is 74 years and does not work nor contribute to an annuity. She receives interest at Investec, Finbond, Absa Moneymarket and Satrix. She received only
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