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How long must I keep tax documents?

Posted 23 February 2013

Must I keep monthly current account and credit card statements? Electricity and rates accounts? Investment statements and medical aid statements? How long?

TaxTim TaxTim says:
23 February 2013 at 16:32

You need to keep documents for at least 5 years from the tax year they are applicable to. Credit Cards Statements are not necessary.

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