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Choose the responsible public service, prepare a clear record and route the matter through the correct accountability channel.

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SARS and tax

Refunds, assessments, eFiling, objections and service complaints.

Complaints covered

  • Refund delayed
  • Assessment disputed
  • eFiling or case unresolved

Evidence to prepare

  • Tax reference and case number
  • Assessment or statement
  • Objection and correspondence

Escalation route

SARS Complaints Management Office then Tax Ombud

First give the organisation or public body a reasonable opportunity to respond and retain every reference number.

Your public summary must not contain identity numbers, banking information, medical records or private contact details.

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