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Hi, I'm not sure about my medical aid payments and also I have a company petrol card.

  Written by Marc  

My current salary package is Cost to Company. Does this mean I pay the medical aid or does the company pay it. The other issues is that I get a fuel allowance, but its not put into my salary. I have a fuel card.

Forgotten tax number?

  Written by Marc  

what must I do because I have forgotten my tax number?

Can I email my IRP5 to SARS?

  Written by Marc  

I've emailed my IRP5 to SARS cause I can't used my e-Fling anymore.

Already submitted tax return by accident, can I re-submit?

  Written by Marc  

I accidentally hit submit on my e-filing and I have not completed all the info. It is now been submitted. Is there anyway I can re-submit?

They were deducting PAYE and UIF but now dont have tax reference number. How to get it?

  Written by Marc  

I have been working for an NGO for about 3 years and PAYE and UIF was deducted on my monthly salary. I use to fill the IRP5 and yet there is nothing on the tax reference number. I don't know what to do or how you qualify to have the tax reference number because the organization I am working at now they need the tax reference number.

I need tax number at my account?

  Written by Marc  

You can get a tax number by following the instructions on the link below:

Tax Number

How does tax work for freelancers and part time workers?

  Written by Marc  

I am a freelance photographer, part time lecturer at two colleges and I facilitate some photography short courses. How do I pay tax? What tax do I pay?

How to file outstanding returns?

  Written by Marc  

I have not submitted tax returns since 2009 and want to know how to submit them via eFiling?

I just want to know about my tax refund, I do have my tax number?

  Written by Marc  

Must I first get my IRP5 from my previous employer or what must I do? I haven't been notify yet by SARS.

Can I get a Tax Number online without going to a SARS office?

  Written by Marc  

Yes you can. Simply register on eFiling and if you do not yet have a personal income tax number, SARS will automatically register you and issue a tax reference number. You are required to have a valid South African ID. For more information see the step by step guide to register for eFiling and register for Personal Income Tax automatically. 

How long does it truly take to get a tax number?

  Written by Marc  

I went to register on the 30th May 2013, some say it takes 4-6 weeks but the internet says 10 days so which is the correct one? When can I start calling SARS for my number?

When can I submit my 2013 IRP5 via SARS eFiling?

  Written by Marc  

I need to submit my return asap. I will be getting my IRP5 tomorrow.

I need my dads tax number, he has passed away. How do I find it?

  Written by Marc  

My dad is deceased and my siblings and I need his tax number.

Can one get a tax number if not employed or never been employed before?

  Written by Marc  

Can one get a tax number if not employed or never been employed before? I want to join a modelling agency and they are saying one must have a valid tax number in order to join them.

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.

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 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.

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.

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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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.

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

  Written by Marc  

Tax no please...
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