Organisation : South African Revenue Service SARS
Head Quarters : Cape Town
Type of Facilities : Register For eFiling
Website : http://www.sarsefiling.co.za/Services.aspx
How To Register For SARS eFiling?
** eFiling is an online tax return and submission service.
** You can register for eFiling if you’re already registered as a taxpayer.
Related : South African Revenue Service How to Download SARS eFiling App : www.southafricain.com/116.html
You’ll need :
** your tax reference number, and
** your official South African ID.
** You’ll receive detailed instructions on how to complete the tax return with the forms.
** When you submit your return, SARS will check that you’ve paid the correct amount of tax.
** eFiling offers the facility to submit a variety of tax returns including VAT, PAYE, SDL, UIF, Income Tax, STC and Provisional Tax through the eFiling website.
Online Services
Currently, the following services are available :
** Pay-As-You-Earn (EMP201 return)
** Skills Development Levy (included on the EMP201 and EMP501 return)
** Unemployment Insurance Fund (included on the EMP201 and EMP501 return)(Note -UIF filing is done separately via .ufiling.gov.za)
** Value Added Tax (VAT201)
** Provisional Tax (IRP6)
** Secondary Tax on Companies (IT56)
** Personal Income Tax(ITR12)
** Trusts (IT12R)
** Advanced Tax Ruling (ATR)
** Change of Personal Details (IT77/RFC)
** Additional Payments
** Request for Tax Clearance Certificate
** Request for Tax Directive
** Transfer Duty
** Stamp Duty
** Security Transfer Tax(STT)
** Tax Practitioner Registration
** VAT Vendor Search
** Notification Tool
** Tax Calculators
** Complete history of eFiling usage
** Customs payments
** Air Passenger Tax payments
** SARS intends to expand the services offered through eFiling substantially as the service matures.
Benefits of SARS eFiling
** eFiling is a free, simple and secure way of interacting with SARS from the comfort and convenience of your home or office.
** No more waiting in queues, finding parking or worrying about office hours.
** Once registered, eFilers can submit returns, view their tax status and make payments to SARS electronically 24 hours a day!
** eFilers are also given more time to make their submissions and payments.
** Individual taxpayers and trusts have more time to submit their returns which means longer to pay any additional income tax.
** And if you’re a business paying VAT, you get until the last business day of the month to pay it over (rather than the 25th of the month for manual filers)!
** You also have a full history of all submissions, payments and electronic correspondence available to you at the click of a button through the innovative reporting tool.
** eFilers can also receive SMS and email notifications to remind you when submissions are due.
** The simplicity of the process results in fewer errors and creates a quicker processing cycle for individuals and businesses.
** Isn’t it time you joined more than 2.7 million individual taxpayers and 350 000 businesses who are enjoying all the ease, convenience and peace-of-mind that eFiling offers
FAQ On SARS eFiling
Here are some frequently asked questions about SARS eFiling:
What is SARS eFiling?
SARS eFiling is an online platform that allows taxpayers to file their tax returns electronically. It is a secure and convenient way to submit tax returns, make payments, and manage tax affairs.
Who can use SARS eFiling?
SARS eFiling can be used by individuals, trusts, companies, and tax practitioners who are registered with SARS.
How do I register for SARS eFiling?
You can register for SARS eFiling by visiting the SARS website and following the registration process. You will need your tax reference number, ID number, and other personal details to register.
What can I do on SARS eFiling?
You can use SARS eFiling to file tax returns, make payments, view tax statements, update personal details, and communicate with SARS.