Frequently Asked Questions on VAT Modernisation
18 September 2026 – SARS developed FAQs to answer common questions about SARS’s proposed VAT modernisation. It explains the Digital VAT Model, how implementation may
VAT Deregistration For Schools
18 September 2026 – With effect from 1 January 2026, supplies made by schools registered under the South African Schools Act, 1996 are exempt from
Watch a recording of the Diesel Refund Registration webinar
18 September 2026 – Missed the webinar? SARS held a webinar on Friday, 18 September 2026 for diesel-refund users, diesel sellers, fuel suppliers, contractors, intermediaries,
Legal Counsel – Secondary Legislation – Rules Amendments 2026
18 September 2026 – Customs and Excise Act, 1964: Publication of rules amendments notice R7921 in Government Gazette 55406 of 18 September 2026, relate to
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18 September 2026 – Customs and Excise Act, 1964: Publication details for  tariff amendments notices, R7920, R7937, R7938, R7939, R7940 and R7941, as published in
SARS Digital platform upgrades on 18 September 2026
18 September – Achieving our Vision of a smart, modern SARS with unquestionable integrity that is trusted and admired is of paramount importance. Pivotal to
Reminder – Invite to Webinar today, 18 September 2026 on Diesel Refund Registration
18 September 2026 – SARS invites diesel-refund users, diesel sellers, fuel suppliers, contractors, intermediaries, and tax practitioners to a webinar on 18 September 2026 on
Legal Counsel – Secondary Legislation – Rules Amendments 2026
17 September 2026 – Customs and Excise Act, 1964: Publication of rules amendments notice, scheduled for publication in the Government Gazette, relates to the following: Amendments
Legal Counsel – Secondary Legislation – Tariff Amendments 2026
17 September 2026 – Customs and Excise Act, 1964: The tariff amendments notices, scheduled for publication in the Government Gazette, relate to the following amendments:
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