Tenders
1 August 2023 – RFP19/2023: Provision of Graph Database Management Software Tool with Maintenance and Support Answers to questions raised by bidders are now available.
Update on the distribution of funds to non-resident Trusts by resident Trusts
1 August 2023 – It has been the practice of SARS not to approve the release of funds when resident Trusts make distributions to non-resident Trusts. Following queries in this regard, SARS herewith clarifies its stance on the matter and confirms that it will consider approval for the release of funds/amounts distributed to non-resident Trusts. […]
Trade Statistics for June 2023
31 July 2023 – South Africa recorded a preliminary trade balance deficit of R3.5 billion in June 2023, attributable to exports of R167.6 billion and imports of R171.1 billion. See the full Media Release here.
Media release – SARS wins court battle against delinquent taxpayer
SARS wins court battle against delinquent taxpayer Tshwane, 31 July 2023– The Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has welcomed the order handed down on 26 July 2023 by the Kwa-Zulu Natal Local Division, Durban in which the recalcitrant sole member of Tiar Construction CC (in liquidation) (“Tiar Construction”) was ordered to cooperate […]
Updated e@syFile™ Employer BETA version with enhanced features will be released on 14 August 2023
31 July 2023 – SARS will again provide you an opportunity to test the updated e@syFile Employer build before the formal release in mid-September 2023 for the Employer Interim Reconciliation. The updated e@syFile Employer BETA version with enhanced features for download will be released to you on 14 August 2023. See the Business Requirements Specification here […]
Legal Counsel – Preparation of Legislation – Draft Documents for Public Comment
31 July 2023 – National Legislation: National Treasury and SARS publish the following documents for public comment: Media Statement – Publication of the 2023 Draft Tax Bills and Regulations 2023 draft Rates and Monetary Amounts and Amendment of Revenue Laws Bill 2023 draft Taxation Laws Amendment Bill Draft Explanatory Memorandum on the 2023 draft TLAB; […]
Tax workshops
28 July 2023 – The tax workshop schedules for Gauteng North during August are now available.
Legal Counsel – Secondary Legislation – Tariff Amendments 2023
28 July 2023 – Customs and Excise Act, 1964: Publication details for tariff amendment notice R3735, as published in Government Gazette 49047 of 28 July 2023, are now available.
Latest Government Connect Newsletter is available
28 July 2023 – The latest Government Connect Issue 11 Newsletter is now available. This issue includes information on the 2023 Filing season for individuals and trusts, Corporate income tax form and system changes, training interventions for Municipalities conducted by SARS and National Treasury and the latest Scams.
eFiling upgrade on 29 July 2023
28 July 2023 – Achieving our Vision 2024 of a smart, modern SARS with unquestionable integrity that is trusted and admired is of paramount importance. Pivotal to the delivery of our vision are our digital platforms & technology infrastructure. In order to provide clarity & certainty, make it easy for taxpayers & traders to comply […]
