From December 2021, in terms of the published rules, importers had an obligation to notify SARS of their intention to apply to an authorised dealer for an advance foreign exchange payment in respect of goods to be imported. From 1 December 2023 (two years later) an additional step has been added by SARS.
Category: Tax Compliance and Administration
12 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SARS AUTO-ASSESSMENTS FOR THE 2023 YEAR OF ASSESSMENT
We consider 12 of the most frequently asked questions relating to auto-assessments issued by SARS for the 2023 year of assessment, and answers to said questions.
2023 TAX SEASON, TRUST AND VAT REGISTRATION REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
Hear ye! Hear ye! Pay heed to these matters of importance for the 2023 tax season and latest stricter measures put in place by SARS.
CUSTOMS AND EXCISE: REGISTRATION, LICENSING AND ACCREDITATION (‘RLA’)
SARS requires all Customs clients (i.e., those who are registered with them as Importers, Exporters, Rebate Users, Bond Store holders, and the like) to update their company and individual details on the RLA system on their e-Filing platform.
BELASTINGAFTREKBAARHEID VAN SKENKINGS: WYSIGINGS T.O.V. ARTIKEL 18A SERTIFIKATE WAARVAN LIEFDADIGHEIDSORGANISASIES EN SKENKERS VAN KENNIS MOET NEEM
Die SAID het nuwe vereistes aangekondig t.o.v. artikel 18A sertifikate. Dit is van krag vanaf 1 Maart 2023. Indien daar nie aan die nuwe (sowel as die bestaande) vereistes voldoen word nie, kan die SAID ‘n skenking as ‘n aftrekking verbied.
15 KENMERKE VAN NASIONALE TESOURIE SE NUWE SONPANEEL BELASTINGKORTING AANSPORINGSKEMA
Op 22 Februarie 2023 het die minister van finansies ʼn nuwe sonpaneel belastingkorting aansporingskema aangekondig wat vanaf 1 Maart 2023 geld. Die 15 belangrikste kenmerke van die voorgestelde aansporingskema word in ons artikel vervat.
NAMIBIAN NEWS: INCREASE IN DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTIONS TO PENSION OR ANNUITIES; AND TAX COLLECTIONS VIA THIRD PARTY AGENTS
In this article we include two newsworthy incidents that influence individuals: 1) An increase in contributions to Pension or Annuities will leave you with more cash in your pocket. 2) Beware, if your account is in arrears, NamRA can authorize Third Party Agents to retrieve the funds.
TAX EMIGRATION – UNDERSTANDING WHEN AND HOW?
Living and working overseas does not automatically change your liability to pay taxes in South Africa. It is important to understand the when and how of tax emigration, to make the best decision for your situation.
BE WARNED – WATCH YOUR E-FILE PROFILE LIKE A HAWK
Please take note: eFile profiles of tax practitioners and / or taxpayers are disappearing and /or banking details are changed without their consent.
NAMIBIA LATEST NEWS: MODIFIED ELECTRONIC FILING TAX RELIEF PROGRAMME AND LIFTING THE MORATORIUM ON THE PAYMENT OF TAX REFUNDS – PROVISIONAL TAXPAYERS
Tax Relief Programme commenced on 1 June 2022 until 31 May 2023. Our article lists the requirements to see if you qualify for the programme. NamRA lifted the moratorium on provisional taxpayers, why have you still not received your refund?