1 July 2025 – As part of the ongoing Customs Modernisation Programme, the South African Traveller Management System (SATMS) continues to be enhanced to improve operational efficiency and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
The following system and procedural updates have been implemented:
- SATMS now sends automated reminders to travellers regarding the re-export of temporarily imported goods.
- Extensions for TRD1 may be granted upon submission of valid supporting document.
- Traveller Cards (TC-01) may still be used as a contingency measure when SATMS is inaccessible.
- Commercial goods must be declared using a Customs Clearance Declaration (SAD 500).
- Automated acquittal processes have been introduced for goods temporarily imported or exported.
- Currency declaration screens have been updated for scenarios where a traveller declares on behalf of a company.
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