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I want a tax number, how do I register?

  Written by Marc  

I just found a job but I need a tax number and I never had it.

How much income tax will be deducted from wages of R24 000 a month?

  Written by Marc  

How much tax will be deducted from wages of R24 000 per month?

What happens when you accidentally create a 2nd version of the same year?

  Written by Marc  

How does one remove a second version? Or what happens when you submit 2 of the same tax year accidentally? How does one correct the mistake?

Return of not yet operated business.

  Written by Marc  

Requirement for return for CK that not yet done any business and how to pay fees for your service.

I am owing SARS, but they owe me a refund, now what?

  Written by Marc  

I am owing SARS an amount of R 1000.00 and there is a refund due to me in an amount of R 8000.00 , I have made arrangements as to how to pay the money owed to SARS. My question is can't SARS actually minus the money I owe them from my refund although an arrangement has been made? I was actually told that I would not receive what is due to me if I don't pay the outstanding money.

Lastly how long does it take for SARS to pay your refund if you have submitted via e filling .

I can't remember my TAX no? can you help me please?

  Written by Marc  

You need to please call 0800 00 7277 to retrieve your Tax Number.

Can Doctors Register a Company in South Africa?

  Written by Marc  

For a doctor running a private practice in South Africa, can a company be registered and will this be a benefit in terms of tax implications as compared to a sole proprietorship?

How my tax do I pay if I start a business along with my regular job?

  Written by Marc  

I am employed full-time. How do I calculate the tax that I need to pay for the money I earn working freelance? And where do I pay it?

How to submit IRP5 on line with little hassle?

  Written by Marc  

I have been trying hard to register so that I submit my documents in time without standing in long queses.

How do I get a tax number?

  Written by Marc  

Its my first time working and I want to know how do I get a tax number if there's any forms that I must fill in please be so kind and email it to me.

Not working, but received a SARS penalty?

  Written by Marc  

I have not submitted SARS returns as I was not working and not working. They have issued a penalty.

Re-reimbursement for company travel?

  Written by Marc  

Hi for the first time I am confused, I own my own car and last financial year I did about 18200 business km and 8100 private km my company refunds business travel at 2 rand a km I keep a log book but not receipts for fuel and repairs is there anything I can claim for?

Is tax tim registered with a recognised controlling body? If so, with whom?

  Written by Marc  

Is tax tim registered with a recognised controlling body? If so, with whom?

Own Business Permit as Foreign National?

  Written by Marc  

I have just been granted a Life Partnership Visa with Own Business Permit. This will allow me to contract myself out to employers. What tax form do I fill in? What information is needed? How do I pay tax if I invoice a company? And will I be taxed the same as if I was employed by the company?

Checking status on e-filing

  Written by Marc  

Where on eFiling can one check the status/progress of the returns submitted whether they are still busy with them or they've been approved?

Am I liable for a penalty that was a SARS error because not disputed within reasonable timeframe?

  Written by Marc  

I submitted a return for the first time myself in 2012. It was previously done by a colleague who was rather knowledgable. Each previous year (3 years) the outcome was a R0.00 balance as I do not have any medical aid, retirement, etc. Nothing had changed since then. She advised telephonically on how to submit and it was done.I have now received an sms last month (April 2013) stating that I am liable for R15k. Upon investigation with my HR department, they found that the income (IRP5 info) was du...



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When do you submitt your IT3(b) certificate?

  Written by Marc  

I recenlty received a IT3(b) now I dont quit know whether the amount of money reflected there will be given to me or it is an amount that I already have received.

What can you do after finding out you've been taxed after a year of working?

  Written by Marc  

I just need to know what can I do to know my tax number without calling SARS offices.

I am living in S.A. but soon to be paid from Australia. Just trying to work out my tax implications.

  Written by Marc  

I am living in S.A. and about to be paid approx R19000 p/m from Australia. This may be paid into my Australian account or S.A. account - haven't decided. I am trying to work out my tax implications in both countries. I am being paid as a contractor by the Australian company for work that I am doing here.

Who qualifies to be a taxpayer?

  Written by Marc  

I'm currently working and earn R3000. Does that mean I'm suppose to pay tax.
what's the minimum earning for a person to pay tax?

My name is Busi, please can I get my tax number

  Written by Marc  

Tax no please...

Tax number for a retired person with Residence Permit?

  Written by Marc  

How can I get a Tax number in SA when I don't have an income in SA?I have some interest income from my bank in my origin country, they claim I need a tax number in SA.How can I register to get that?

When is SITE tax permissable?

  Written by Marc  

Is it compulsary for 1 to pay PAYE and SITE tax?

How can I remember my tax number?

  Written by Marc  

I worked before at a local municipality, I'm very sure that they produced one for me so I need it in writing to use it somewhere.

Time frame for SARS tax refund?

  Written by Marc  

I received an IT34 to advise me that SARS have completed an audit on me and owe me money. How long does it take for them to pay out?
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