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How to obtain my personal tax number with SARS
If you have forgotten your tax reference number, you can request it from SARS in various ways: Top Tip: SARS will not provide your tax number to another person, unless the person is your tax practitioner or has power of attorney to conduct your tax affairs.
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Understanding Assessed Loss and Allowable Business Expenses in South Africa
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Handle SARS Employee Tax (PAYE) Without Stress
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Why Payroll Compliance Protects Your Business
Running payroll might seem like a routine monthly task — but behind every payslip lies a web of legislation, deadlines, and reporting requirements that can make or break your business’s financial health. Payroll compliance isn’t just about ticking boxes; it’s about protecting your business from legal risk, financial penalties, and reputational damage. Here’s why staying…
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Payroll Made Simple: A Guide for South African SMEs
Running a small or medium-sized business in South Africa is exciting—but when it comes to payroll, things can quickly get complicated. From calculating PAYE to keeping up with SARS deadlines and UIF submissions, many business owners find payroll to be one of their biggest administrative headaches. The good news? Payroll doesn’t have to be stressful.…
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How to Avoid Payroll Penalties from SARS in South Africa
Running payroll in South Africa involves more than simply paying employees — there are strict reporting, withholding, reconciliation, and registration obligations set by SARS (the South African Revenue Service). Noncompliance can lead to administrative penalties, interest charges, and even criminal liability in severe cases. But you can proactively reduce that risk if you follow best…
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🚨 SARS Interim Employer Reconciliation Deadline: 31 October 2025. What Every Employer Needs to Know
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has officially opened the Employer Interim Reconciliation submission period, running from 22 September to 31 October 20252. This is a critical compliance window for all employers — whether you’re managing a small team of under 50 staff or a large corporate payroll. 📌 What Is the Interim Employer Reconciliation?…
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📅 SARS & CIPC Deadlines 2025/2026
🔄 Monthly Deadlines 📌 SARS Annual & Provisional Tax Deadlines 🏢 CIPC Deadlines ✅ Quick Reference Summary Frequency Deadline Obligation Monthly 7th PAYE / SDL / UIF Monthly 25th VAT (monthly filers) Bi-Monthly 25 Apr, 25 Jun, 25 Aug, 25 Oct, 25 Dec VAT (bi-monthly filers) Annual 31 May EMP201 reconciliation Annual 31 Aug EMP501…
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Cloud Accounting Takes the Lead: Why Businesses Are Making the Switch
🌐 What Is Cloud Accounting? Cloud accounting refers to using online software to manage financial data, instead of relying on traditional desktop programs or manual spreadsheets. With cloud solutions, your data is stored securely online, accessible from any device with an internet connection. 🚀 Why Cloud Accounting Is Leading the Way 1. Accessibility Anytime, Anywhere…
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SARS Provisional Tax Deadline: 31 August 2025
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) requires many individuals and businesses to pay provisional tax if their income isn’t subject to PAYE (Pay As You Earn). This means you estimate your tax liability for the year and pay it in two instalments. This guide focuses on the submission deadline of , covering everything you need…