Are your SARS details up to date? Here's how to check

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Are your SARS details up to date? If they aren’t, there’s an easy online process you can do to change what you need to. Make sure everything is current for a smooth tax filing process.

SARS Compliance Advice

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has offered taxpayers some advice for staying compliant. Keep your bank account details, physical address, email address, and cellphone number updated.

Verify Your Bank Details

Check your bank details and ensure you remember your eFiling login information. Follow these steps to confirm your bank details:

Log in to sarsefiling.co.za.
Click on ‘Home’.
Select ‘SARS registered details’.
Choose ‘Maintain SARS Registered Details’.
Click ‘My Bank Accounts’ to view your information.

Update Incorrect Bank Details

If your bank details are incorrect:

Edit your details on the ‘My Bank Accounts’ screen.
Click ‘Done’, then ‘Submit’ to save changes.

Confirm Your Registered Information

To check your registered details:

Log in to sarsefiling.co.za.
Go to ‘Home’ > ‘SARS registered details’.
Click ‘Maintain SARS Registered Details’.
Select the item you need to update:
- Addresses
- Bank Accounts
- Email Addresses
- Trading Name Details
- eFiling Security Details

Keep Your Details Current

Ensure all information is accurate. If updates are needed:

Edit the relevant details.
Click ‘Done’ and then ‘Submit’.

Make sure you can access your account. If you’ve forgotten your login details:

Forgot Username:
Go to the ‘Forgot Username’ page and follow the prompts.
Forgot Password:
Visit the ‘Forgot Password’ page and complete the necessary information.
Forgot Both:
First, recover your username, then reset your password if required.

Have Your Security Contact Details Changed?

The “Forgot Username or Password” function will trigger a one-time password (OTP) to your registered security contact details.

To verify your current email address and cell number:

Log in to sarsefiling.co.za.
Click ‘My Profile’ in the top-left corner.
Update any changes to your email or mobile number on this screen.

If both details have changed, you must contact the SARS Centre at 0800 00 7277 or book an appointment at a branch.

Watch SARS Tutorial Videos

Check out the SARS TV Channel for step-by-step guides, such as:

How to send an SMS to SARS
Using the SARS SMS services (e.g., bookings, tax return queries, account statements)

Quick SMS Services

Send an SMS to 47277 to:

Book an appointment
Check if you need to file a return
Request your Tax Registration Number or Statement of Account

Ensure Your SARS Details Are Up to Date

On 1 July 2024, SARS issued auto-assessments for taxpayers with simple tax affairs. If you agree with your assessment, there’s no need to accept it. Refunds will automatically be deposited into your bank account.

Stay Informed

For the latest SARS news, bookmark The South African website’s dedicated section for free-to-read content. Following these steps ensures a hassle-free eFiling experience this tax season.