A LUCKY break comes for taxpayers as the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has extended the deadline for non-provisional individual taxpayers from November 23 to December 2.
SARS said the week-long extension would accommodate taxpayers who faced challenges filing in their tax forms.
“SARS is acutely aware of systemic issues the organisation has experienced, as well as the impact of load shedding on taxpayers, which made it difficult for taxpayers to file their returns,” it said.
Also read: SARS eFiling tips: How to be fully compliant
SARS urged taxpayers to use their digital channels: eFiling, SARS MobiApp, or the SMS service – 47277.
“By sending an SMS to this number, taxpayers can book an appointment at a SARS branch, check if they need to file a return and other services,” said SARS.
Also read: SARS filing season: Understanding payment options and Administrative Penalties
Despite the deadline extension, SARS said there was an ‘overwhelming response’ from taxpayers who submitted their personal income tax returns since 1 July this year.
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