26 January 2018 – SARS’ compliance intervention in religious sector
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) will engage religious institutions with the intention to investigate possible tax non-compliance in this sector.
28 January 2018 – Customs officials intercept R6.7 million to Dubai
SARS Customs officials have prevented over R6 million worth of undeclared currency from exiting our borders at OR Tambo International Airport on Thursday, 25 January.
30 January 2018 – Resignation of Jed Michaletos
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) wishes to announce the resignation of Mr Jed Michaletos as Chief Officer: Customs and Excise.
30 January 2018 – Provisional Taxpayer deadline: 24 hours left
Provisional taxpayers have until 31 January to file their income tax returns (IRP6) through eFiling.
30 January 2018 – SARS hosts global forum on tax evasion
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is this week host to a global seminar on strengthening the fight against tax evasion.
31 January 2018 – Provisional Taxpayer deadline – Final countdown
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) reminds individual provisional taxpayers that 31 January 2018 is the deadline for individual provisional taxpayers to submit their annual income tax returns (ITR12) through eFiling. Late submission could lead to penalties being charged.
31 January 2018 – Trade Statistics for December 2017
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) today releases trade statistics for December 2017 recording a trade balance surplus of R15.72 billion.
12 February 2018 – SARS to engage industry stakeholders on Sugary Beverages Levy
Following previous announcements, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) will embark on regional roadshows to engage industry stakeholders on the implementation of the Sugary Beverages Levy (SBL) which is being implemented on 1 April 2018.
19 February 2018 – SARS welcomes presidential inquiry
The South African Revenue Service welcomes President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation pledge to launch a Commission of Inquiry into tax administration and governance at SARS.
20 February 2018 – Over R18 million worth of crystal meth nabbed at ORTIA
Customs officials of the South African Revenue Service (SARS) made two drugs busts at OR Tambo International Airport this past week seizing crystal meth valued at over R18 million.
