VAT fraudster sentenced to 15 years imprisonment
A Welkom businessman who defrauded SARS by using trust instruments and other legal entities, was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Friday 23rd August 2019.
Trade Statistics for July 2019
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) today releases trade statistics for July 2019 recording a trade deficit of R2.88 billion. These statistics include trade data with Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho and Namibia (BELN).
SARS to help persons with hearing impairments
To celebrate Deaf Awareness Month (September), SARS will work together with different organisations and municipalities that support persons with hearing impairments in South Africa, to assist them with their tax affairs.
SARS response to gender-based violence and violence in general
In responding to the current state of violence in our country, SARS Commissioner Kieswetter sent out this note to staff.
SARS Commissioner determined to act on Nugent report
SARS Commissioner Edward Kieswetter has told Parliament’s Standing Committee on Finance (SCOF) that SARS has made substantial progress in implementing the Nugent Commission (Commission) recommendations.
Taxpayers encouraged to prepare ahead of bank strike
The banking sector has indicated the possibility of a strike on Friday, 27 September 2019.
SARS contingency plan for banking strike
Contingency plans are in place to mitigate any negative impact of such protest action.
SARS branches open on Saturdays in October for assistance with income tax returns
SARS branches will be open on Saturdays in October 2019 to assist taxpayers with the filing of personal income tax returns.
Trade Statistics for August 2019
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) today releases trade statistics for August 2019 recording a trade surplus of R6.84 billion.
SARS Celebrates 22 Years
The South African Revenue Service will celebrate its 22nd anniversary in October 2019.
