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Branch Code Length Error on Filing Return



Bl8nd13 said:
23 November 2015 at 9:37

Hi Tim, I'm trying to wrap up my tax return but your system has a check on branch code length and is not allowing me to enter the one that is on file at SARS - 51001 which is an ITB number and which I use all the time. I don't have time to go into a SARS branch to change this to my specific branch's code so I would appreciate if you could assist. I'm stuck at the "Finalise your tax return form" with the "Please enter a branch number of at least 6 characters. " error.

TaxTim Evan TaxTim Evan said:
23 November 2015 at 9:58

What bank are you with?

Bl8nd13 said:
23 November 2015 at 10:24

I am with Standard Bank SA

TaxTim Evan TaxTim Evan said:
23 November 2015 at 16:48

Please try using the universal Stand Bank branch code of 051 001

Bl8nd13 said:
23 November 2015 at 20:47

Thanks for that. Seems the SARS eFiling system removes the 0 at the front and then a mismatch occurs. Appreciate the help!

TaxTim Evan TaxTim Evan said:
24 November 2015 at 0:36

Only a pleasure!

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