Description
This service allows an individual, institution or organisation to
establish an electronic interface with the South African Revenue
Service (SARS) by means of defined technology media. The New Income
Tax System has been designed to eliminate paper output where
possible, and to automate most manual processes while ensuring all
taxpayers are treated equally. Various electronic interfaces have
been developed.
An
Interface User Guide (IBUM – 020) is available on SARS Online and
is aimed at answering most queries.
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Steps to follow
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Register as an interface partner by completing and submitting the
electronic interface registration form, number INF001 to SARS
Interface Administration, P.O. Box 402, Pretoria 0001 or via e-mail
to its.interfaces@sars.gov.za.
Extensions for the submission of income tax returns can be
requested electronically without having to register.
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Record the following details provided by SARS after
registration:
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password to gain access to the SARS network
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system identification code allocated by SARS to the
organisation
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user identification code and password to the SARS file server to
which the data file is to be transmitted
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network address or dial-up numbers, in the case of a Public
Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) and Integrated Services Digital
Network (ISDN) connections.
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Obtain data encryption software and installation procedures from
SARS. Normally SARS will deliver the software to the
organisation.
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Install the data encryption software.
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Submit test data files to, and retrieve test response files from
SARS.
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Confirm acceptance of the test data files with the SARS Interface
Administrator and implement the interface by exchanging live data
files.
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Contact the SARS Interface Administrator in the event of corrupt
data files, missing data files or duplicate data files.
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Legal framework
Income Tax Act, 1962 (Act 58 of 1962)
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Service standard
SARS has introduced service standards that will be phased in over
two years (2005 to 2007). When you register or make any payment,
SARS aims to process your registration accurately within 10 working
days.
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Cost
The service is free.
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Forms to complete
(Forms are provided in PDF format. To open PDF documents, you need to
have Adobe Acrobat Reader 4 or higher installed on
your computer.)
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