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Customs – Intention of the SARS Commissioner to formally withdraw all concessions

Customs – Intention of the SARS Commissioner to formally withdraw all concessions

20 March 2025 – The Commissioner of SARS is aware that certain clients and traders are continuing to operate their businesses and, specifically, certain requirements as outlined in the Customs and Excise Act, 1964 (the Act), under the auspices of certain concessions (deviations, agreements, or special allowances) that have been granted in the past by Customs and Excise Offices.

These practices have been reviewed in the past and it is now the intention of the SARS Commissioner to formally withdraw all concessions on which certain clients are relying on.

For more information, see the letter to Trade.