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Tax Returns — Individual & Company

Accurate, on-time SARS submissions with every legitimate deduction claimed. We handle personal, company, and provisional tax returns from start to finish.

Tax Return Services

Whether you're an individual, freelancer, or registered company — we handle every type of South African tax return.

Personal Income Tax (ITR12)

From R950 excl. VAT

SARS eFiling submission for individuals — salaried employees, freelancers, and sole proprietors with rental income, investments, or multiple income sources.

  • Medical aid and disability deductions
  • Home office deductions
  • Retirement annuity contributions
  • Capital gains tax calculations
  • Foreign income declarations

Company Tax Return (ITR14)

From R3,500 excl. VAT

Annual corporate income tax return for registered companies (Pty Ltd, CC). Includes tax computation from your annual financial statements.

  • Tax computation from AFS
  • Assessed loss carry-forwards
  • SBC tax rate qualification check
  • Dividend tax reconciliation
  • SARS query handling

Provisional Tax (IRP6)

From R1,200 per submission excl. VAT

Bi-annual provisional tax estimates and payments for individuals and companies not subject to PAYE — avoid penalties and interest.

  • First and second period estimates
  • Optional third period top-up
  • Penalty avoidance calculations
  • Payment advice preparation
  • Linked to annual return submission

What's Always Included

Review of all income sources and deductions
Tax computation and liability calculation
SARS eFiling submission
Assessment result review
SARS query and audit support
Tax clearance certificate assistance
Prior year returns (catch-up available)
Tax planning advice for the next tax year

Important Tax Deadlines

Missing SARS deadlines results in penalties and interest. We track these for you.

Tax EventDeadlineNotes
Provisional Tax — First Period31 August (companies vary by year-end)Based on 50% of estimated annual tax
Provisional Tax — Second Period28 FebruaryBased on 90% of actual annual tax
Personal Income Tax (ITR12) — Non-provisionalAs determined by SARSSalary earners with no other income
Personal Income Tax (ITR12) — Provisional31 January (eFiling)Self-employed, rental, investment income
Company Tax Return (ITR14)12 months after financial year-endMust be preceded by AFS preparation
Trust ReturnsAs determined by SARSSubmission windows and requirements are published by SARS for each cycle.

What You'll Need

To get started, please have these documents ready:

Once-off Fee: From R950 excl. VAT (Personal) | From R3,500 excl. VAT (Company)

For Personal Tax (ITR12)

  • IRP5 / IT3(a) certificates from employer
  • Medical aid tax certificate
  • Retirement annuity contribution certificate
  • Bank interest certificates (IT3(b))
  • Rental income records and expenses
  • Capital gains documents (share sales, property)

For Company Tax (ITR14)

  • Signed annual financial statements
  • Prior year SARS assessment (ITR14)
  • Details of any assessed losses
  • Dividend payments made during the year
  • Related-party loan and interest details

💡 Pro Tip: Keep all your tax-related documents in a single folder throughout the year — IRP5s, medical certificates, RA statements. This cuts turnaround time significantly and ensures nothing is missed.

Typical Timeline
  1. 1.Submit your documents via email or our secure portal
  2. 2.We review and prepare your tax return (3–5 business days)
  3. 3.We present the return to you for approval
  4. 4.We submit to SARS and send you the acknowledgement
  5. 5.We monitor your assessment and advise on any refund or payment

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Who It's For

  • Salaried employees with medical aid, RA, or rental income
  • Freelancers and consultants with multiple income streams
  • Small business owners requiring ITR14 submissions
  • Individuals who have never filed a tax return
  • Companies behind on their tax return submissions
  • Anyone who received a SARS audit or query letter

Why It Matters

  • SARS imposes penalties of up to 200% for non-compliance
  • Late submissions attract interest on unpaid tax
  • Tax refunds are only released once a return is submitted
  • Tax clearance certificates are required for tenders and contracts
  • Accurate returns protect you from future audits
  • Proper deductions can legally reduce your tax bill significantly

Common Questions

Do I need to submit a tax return if I only earn a salary?

Most salaried employees must submit. SARS may issue auto-assessments, but these should always be reviewed so that deductions you can claim are not missed by SARS.

How long does it take to get a tax refund?

SARS typically processes refunds within 7–21 working days after assessment.

What if I haven’t filed for multiple years?

Yes. We handle catch-up tax returns, quantify any outstanding liabilities, and engage SARS on your behalf where appropriate.

Can you help if SARS is auditing me?

Yes. We handle SARS verification and audit requests, prepare supporting schedules, and submit all prepared submissions to SARS on your behalf.

What Makes Us Different

  • We review every deduction — not just the obvious ones
  • Fast turnaround: most returns done within 5 business days
  • We communicate in plain language, not tax jargon
  • Fixed pricing — no surprise bills
  • Year-round tax planning, not just once-a-year filing

Don't Leave Money on the Table

Let our tax experts maximise your deductions and ensure full SARS compliance.

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