6 September 2024 – The latest scam is an email indicating you have an outstanding amount to be paid to SARS. The scam asks you to click a link, which goes to a fraudulent website.
See an example of the latest refund scam here.
Make sure the email or SMS is genuine before you click on any link.
Protect yourself from scams and phishing!
Do not open or respond to emails from unknown sources. Beware of emails or SMSs asking for personal, tax, banking or eFiling details. SARS will never send you hyperlinks to other websites.Watch our short tutorial video on how to spot scams.
All known scams are listed on the Scams and Phishing webpage and if in doubt, email the IT security team on [email protected].
