Description The VAT vendor search function is an online website search application. This application can be used by business enterprises, members of the public, tourists and government departments to verify whether persons who supply goods or services are registered for VAT and to encourage the reporting of potential tax evaders.
Enterprises with a turnover of less than R1 million in a period of 12 months are not obliged to register for VAT. Only persons that carry on enterprises and are registered as vendors can charge VAT which must be paid over to the South African Revenue Service (SARS).
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Steps to follow
Search for a VAT Vendor online by using:
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the vendor’s trade name
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the VAT number
The name has to be the exact registered trade name of the
vendor.
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Legal framework
Value-added Tax Act, 1991 (Act 89 of 1991)
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Service standard
None.
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Cost
The service is free.
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Forms to complete
Search online.
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