SARS has auto-assessed millions of South Africans this Filing Season, and for most people the instinct is to tap accept and move on. It is quick, the refund often lands within days, and it feels like one less thing to worry about. But a SARS auto-assessment is only ever as complete as the information SARS…
If you have moved abroad permanently, or you are planning to, there is one piece of admin that quietly costs people more money than almost anything else they get wrong on their way out. Ceasing your tax residency with SARS. Until you formally cease tax residency, SARS will continue to treat you as a South…
The short answer is yes. A recent Supreme Court of Appeal ruling has confirmed that your accountant in the Tax Court is now a valid alternative to briefing an attorney or advocate. Your accountant, your tax practitioner, or any other duly authorised person can stand up for you when you take on SARS. For many…
Your complete guide to a clean submission, with the new Income Tax Reference Number rule, the most common rejection reasons, and what happens if you miss the deadline. If you employ even one person in South Africa, you have an EMP501 to submit by 31 May. With 31 May falling on a Sunday in 2026,…
A Big VAT Threshold Change Has Landed… But Don’t Panic From 1 April 2026, the VAT registration threshold in South Africa has officially increased from R1 million to R2.3 million. In simple terms, this means many small businesses are no longer required to be VAT registered. At first glance, this sounds like a win. Less…
Celebrating Excellence at PATC At PATC (Professional Accountants and Tax Consultants), excellence is something we pursue every day on behalf of our clients. It is also something we actively cultivate within our team. Today we are proud to share a remarkable milestone within the PATC family. Seluleko Bhengu, one of our dedicated Trainee Accountants, has…
This week marks an important milestone for Professional Accounting and Tax Consultants (PATC). Our founder, Gavin Bacon, Master Tax Practitioner, is currently serving as a Tax Court Member of the Tax Court of South Africa. This appointment reflects both his depth of expertise and the high level of trust placed in him within the South…
As the year gets underway, I want to personally let you know that the entire PATC team is fully operational, connected and ready to assist you. Whether you need help with Accounting, Bookkeeping, Tax, Payroll or anything SARS related, everything is running smoothly through our digital and remote systems. You can contact us by email,…
Running a small business in South Africa is not easy. Cash flow equipment costs and rising input prices can make it hard to grow even when you have a solid client base and good ideas. The Department of Small Business Development has re launched the Asset Assist Programme which gives qualifying businesses a chance to…
The festive season is approaching, and with it comes the temptation to put administrative tasks on hold. But for anyone registered as a provisional taxpayer in South Africa, there’s a critical date that demands attention: the provisional taxpayer deadline of 19 January 2026. This is your final opportunity to file income tax returns for the…
