28 July 2025 – Use any of the following digital channels to check your refund status:
- SARS WhatsApp on 0800 11 7277 — just say “Hi” or “Hello” and select “Refund Status”, enter ID/passport/Asylum Seeker number provide your Tax Ref number, and hit “Send”
- SARS MobiApp – on the Home Screen, tap “Refund Status”, and follow the prompts
- SARS USSD: dial *134*7277# – Choose Option 3, enter ID/passport/Asylum Seeker number, hit “Send”
As stated in the SARS Service Charter, SARS aims to pay nine out of every ten taxpayer refunds due within 72 hours (if the refund is more than R100). The time it takes to process your refund also depends on whether your banking details are correct, and/or there are no outstanding returns, and/or you are not being audited.
You can also check your tax return status here.
