If you earn more than a certain amount, which is determined each year, you must register as a taxpayer with the South African Revenue Service (SARS). You must register within 60 days of receiving your first income.
In South Africa, how much do you have to earn before you have to pay taxes?
If you are under the age of 65, the fee is R91,250. If you are between the ages of 65 and 75, the tax threshold (the amount above which income tax becomes payable) is R141,250. This threshold is R157,900 for taxpayers aged 75 and over.
When can I file my South African tax return for 2022?
If you are not in the auto-assessment group and need to file a return, please see our information for provisional and non-provisional taxpayers on the 2022 Tax Filing Season media release.
How do I obtain my first SARS tax identification number?
Request a Registration Notice (IT150)
SMS: Send an SMS to SARS at 47277 to request the issuance of the IT150 (Tax reference number). If you are a registered eFiler, you can also request your registration notice via the MobiApp. Send us an inquiry. Please double-check that your information matches what we have on file.
In South Africa, how much do you have to earn before you have to pay taxes?
If you are under the age of 65, the fee is R91,250. If you are between the ages of 65 and 75, the tax threshold (the amount above which income tax becomes payable) is R141,250. This threshold is R157,900 for taxpayers aged 75 and up.
