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Is there a penalty when SARS is late in payment to a taxpayer?



Nkandla says:
13 January 2016 at 11:57

Hi there,
Is there a penalty when SARS is late in payment to a taxpayer? If so, what is the penalty. Hopefully this works both ways. I'm eager to know. It would be much appreciated. Kind regards

TaxTim TaxTim says:
13 January 2016 at 12:09

Are you up to date with all your previous years tax filings?
Have you submitted all supporting documents (if you were requested)?

How long have you been waiting?

Nkandla says:
13 January 2016 at 12:29

Yes, I'm up to date on all previous tax filings. All supporting documents have been submitted. I submitted on the 12th Nov 2015. I also contacted SARS and they admitted that they are behind in payment - I have a reference number for the escalation. As it stands I've been waiting for over 2 months (63 days in total including today).

TaxTim TaxTim says:
13 January 2016 at 19:18

You should lodge a complaint - you can read  How to complain about SARS on their website.

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