SARS Tax Compliance vs. Tax Clearance Certificate
It's not 2014 anymore. Stop asking for a 'Tax Clearance Certificate' and start managing your TCS PIN. Here's why.
The Paper Era is Dead
In the past, you applied for a Tax Clearance Certificate (TCC), got a printed piece of paper, and made verified copies. This system was rife with fraud. People photoshopped valid dates onto expired certificates.
Enter the TCS PIN
The Tax Compliance Status (TCS) system is dynamic. Your status is checked in real-time. If you submit a tender today with a valid PIN, but fail to pay VAT tomorrow, your PIN will show 'Non-Compliant' when the official checks it next week.
Why Tenders Get Rejected for Tax
- Expired Status: You were compliant when you printed the form, but not when the tender closed.
- Outstanding Returns: Even a nil return that wasn't filed will block you.
- Incorrect PIN: Typos in the PIN prevent verification.
Managing Your Profile
Check your status on eFiling every month. Don't wait for a tender deadline to discover you have an outstanding administrative penalty of R2000 from three years ago.
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SARS Tax Compliance vs. Tax Clearance Certificate
It's not 2014 anymore. Stop asking for a 'Tax Clearance Certificate' and start managing your TCS PIN. Here's why.