Why does employer put the same amount on code 4005, 4474 and 3810 yet I contribute 100% to own med?

Posted 19 August 2014

Why would an employer put the same amount on code 4005, 4474 and 3810 yet I contribute 100% to own my medical aid? The deductions are directly subtracted from my CTC and the company contributes 0% and therefore I don't have any fringe benefit.

Can we claim if we pay for our uniforms?

Posted 18 August 2014

We are wearing uniforms at the medical practice where I work and we are spending money on this monthly can we claim from SARS for this?

IS A PENSIONERS MEDICAL AID SUBSIDY TAXABLE

Posted 18 August 2014

IS A PENSIONERS MEDICAL AID SUBSIDY TAXABLE

Are ex company 50% share of med subs taxable in hands of retiree of over 70?

Posted 14 August 2014

I AM OVER 70 AND RETIRED . IF MY EX EMPLOYER PAYS 50 % OF MY MED SUBSCRIPTIONS MAY I CLAIM IT.S SHARE TOGETHER WITH MY SHARE FOR TAX PURPOSES SAY FOR THE LAST 3 YEARS THANKS?

How do I know the stuff that I have is tax free or is taxable?

Posted 13 August 2014

If I purchase products do I get tax deduction?

Reducing PAYE each month when paid by my employer?

Posted 12 August 2014

I receive a gross amount of R7000 a month from my employer.
Privately I pay medical aid and money to a Retirement annuity.

If I submit proof of this to my employer, can he reduce PAYE payments/deductions from my salary, taking into account these allowable deductions.

If my employer can do this does it then exclude me from having to file a tax return.

How to claim for medical aid that I pay 100% for as a sole member?

Posted 12 August 2014

I need help with my SARS claim regarding medical aid. I contribute 100% to the medical aid and I am the only member. I also contribute a pre-funding amount towards medical aid for the company for the purpose of retirement discount. How do I claim for my medical aid and what details and amount do I add?

Unemployed, still claim for medical aid and RA ?

Posted 9 August 2014

Hi TimI have been unemployed this year so have had no income, but have still paid monthly for my medical aid (me and my daughter) and for my RA. Would I be able to claim any tax rebate/refund for the medical aid or RA ?? Thanks Canz

Claim from SARS (tax rebate) for prescription spectacles. not on medical aid?

Posted 7 August 2014

Got prescription spectacles from Spec savers. Not on medical aid. Have the account plus receipts. Can I claim on my tax return?

Medical contribution for pensioner

Posted 7 August 2014

My siblings and I transfer funds to my mum's bank account monthly to contribute to a Discovery executive medical aid plan which is more than R4000/month; she is the main member. My mum gets a state pension fund which she lives on. She obviously will not submit a tax return. Now, can I claim the portion that I transfer to her account on my tax return. I have a EFT going out monthly from my account.

She is not fully dependent on me but obviously cannot afford a medical aid with a state ...

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What is a disabilty on vision?

Posted 5 August 2014

Hi Tim. Thank you for the useful information on tax matters. I just want to know the meaning of a disabilty.My wife cannot work without using prescription glasses. Is that a disabilty?

What are out of pocket medical expenses?

Posted 4 August 2014

How does medical expenses paid in cash effect my potential tax refund?

How can I indicate that I paid several months of my medical aid and new employer paid thereafter?

Posted 3 August 2014

I got a new job in July 2013 - which meant that my medical aid contributions were paid by me from Feb-June and came out of my salary after that. How do I reflect that on the form?

What documents are needed for submission of my ITR12 Tax Return?

Posted 3 August 2014

What is IT3b? And what other documents are needed from me so that I can submit my returns?

Medical deduction - who can claim?

Posted 1 August 2014

I am paying for a medical aid that I am not on, it is for my wife and 3 kids the medical aid is on her name but the payments are deducted from my bank account. Can I claim for this on my tax return? if the answer is yes what proof do I give sars because the medical aid certificate is on her name

Do I have to pay tax on medical aid contribution paid by my employer from whom I retired?

Posted 31 July 2014

I am retired but my previous employer still pays a part of my medical aid contribution on my behalf. Do I need to get an IRP5 from the employer even though I am not on their payroll any more or is this income exempt from tax?

Can I claim for domestic worker who looks after my disabled son?

Posted 31 July 2014

If I a employing someone to assist with with disabled son. This person is not qualified professional can I claim for part of the salary I pay her?

What qualifies as a PBO donation?

Posted 30 July 2014

Hi Tim,I have file my tax return for the 2011 and claim for donation on the code 4011 for the amount of R13500.00 to church of my choice for the faith of goodwill. All payments have been made in cash payments for that tax year of 2011. To my question is SARS selected me for auditing and I have provided them all documents like my medical aid certificates, RA Old Mutual ITC and my IRP5 certificate for 2011. Do I still need to provide the proof for that donation of the above amount and do I need to...

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What documents do I need?

Posted 29 July 2014

What documents do I need copies of to do my tax?

Claim for medical plan payments

Posted 28 July 2014

I have a Health Insurance Policy but not a medical aid! Can I claim for the contributions to this, amounts to about R10572-00.

How soon can I get my refund after audit completion?

Posted 25 July 2014

I received a verification letter from SARS and I called the call centre. They said my audit has been completed and I was told that my refund will take 21 working days and it might be selected for another audit. How true is this statement? Please assist Tim, 21 more days is a long way to go.

Selected for Verification Twice

Posted 25 July 2014

I submitted my return on the 05/07/2014. I was selected for verification, and I uploaded my IRP5 and medical certificate on eFiling. I also went into the branch to validate my banking details and proof of address. I received a letter of completion on the 22/07/2014, and then a letter for change of banking details on the 23/04/2014. I phoned the contact centre and told them that I had already been into a branch to validate my banking details, and they told me to update my banking details on eFiling, which I did. ...

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polmed Tax certificate submission without receipts for claim?

Posted 21 July 2014

I received my Polmed Tax Certificate for 2014 where it reflects R13 000 due to me as I paid as medical aid don't cover this cost. Can I submit the Polmed Tax cerificate without sending any proof of receipts for my claim. I do have receipts at my deposal if required by Sars

Medical claim/disability child?

Posted 21 July 2014

I am a police officer earning app R19000 pm, I am on polmed medical aid and I paid R13000,00 out off my pocket when I went for an operation as this was above medical aid rates. I have the payment receipt. Can I claim my money through SARS. What portion will I get back if I am allowed to claim. I also have a daughter who is on chronic meds for last 11 years(epilepsy). Does she fall under the disability act with SARS, and if I register her as as "disability" child , would this have any positive im...

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Tax relief for special need kids school fees?

Posted 21 July 2014

My son goes to a special need school, I would like to know if there is a tax relief for this?
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