SARS Guides
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Every registered company should have a SARS income tax profile and tax reference number. Depending on your business activities, you may also need VAT, PAYE, and UIF registration. SACORP assesses your business structure and helps complete the correct registrations from the start.
Income tax applies to the company’s taxable profits and is generally required for all companies. VAT is a transaction-based tax charged on the sale of goods and services and becomes mandatory once your business exceeds the VAT threshold. SACORP helps determine whether VAT registration is compulsory or voluntary for your business.
A business must register for VAT once its taxable supplies exceed the threshold set by SARS within a 12-month period. Some businesses choose voluntary VAT registration earlier for commercial reasons, such as claiming input VAT on expenses. We can advise on the best approach for your situation.
PAYE stands for Pay As You Earn and is the system used by employers to deduct employee income tax from salaries and pay it to SARS. If your company employs staff and their remuneration falls within the taxable range, PAYE registration is usually required.
Yes. Most employers in South Africa must register for UIF and make monthly contributions for qualifying employees. SACORP assists with UIF employer registration and helps ensure the correct compliance setup is in place.
A tax reference number is issued when your company is registered with SARS for income tax. If you are unsure whether your company has an active tax number, SACORP can verify your SARS profile and assist with activation or corrections where necessary.
Yes. We assist with SARS eFiling registration, profile activation, linking company tax types, and resolving common access issues. Proper eFiling setup is important for submitting returns, receiving SARS correspondence, and maintaining compliance.
Late registration can result in penalties, interest, compliance issues, and difficulties when applying for funding, tenders, or tax clearance. Bringing your business into compliance as early as possible helps avoid unnecessary costs and administrative complications.
Yes. SARS notices can relate to registration issues, outstanding returns, verification requests, or compliance matters. SACORP reviews the correspondence, explains what it means, and assists with the appropriate response and supporting documentation.
Yes. Our support extends beyond the initial registration process. We can assist with maintaining accurate SARS records, monitoring compliance requirements, updating tax profiles, and coordinating ongoing business compliance obligations as your company grows.