Overview
- With three days left until Monday, 20 October, non-provisional taxpayers are urged to submit returns to avoid penalties.
- SARS reports 7,900,531 returns filed so far, with about 854,408 still outstanding, reflecting roughly 80% compliance.
- Commissioner Edward Kieswetter warns that late filing triggers administrative penalties and interest, with enforcement for non-compliance.
- Around six million taxpayers were auto-assessed, with refunds, where due, paid within 72 hours.
- The revenue service promotes enhanced digital platforms, auto-assessment and helplines, while specialists caution freelancers and content creators not to ignore taxable income.