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⚠️TAX NINJA WARNING: SARS SCAM EMAILS ARE BACK! ⚠️

Did you know that this is not a legitimate SARS email?

How can you tell it's a phishing scam?

🔎 Start by checking the sender's email address.
SARS uses official email addresses ending in .gov.za. Be extremely cautious of emails coming from any other domain.

🔎 There are several red flags in this document:
❌ No taxpayer name appears on the notice.
❌ No tax reference number is provided.
❌ The document includes SARS "banking details". SARS is generally listed as a public beneficiary on banking platforms and does not typically request payments in this manner.
❌ The notice creates a sense of urgency by demanding immediate payment.

🚨 Do not click on any links.
🚨 Do not make any payments.
🚨 Always verify any SARS correspondence through eFiling or the SARS MobiApp.

Tax season is approaching, and unfortunately, scam and phishing emails tend to increase during this period. Stay vigilant and always verify before taking action.

Protect yourself. Protect your money. Protect your information.
How to contact the ? [email protected]

🦒Did you know? 🦒
eFiling name change / Government Bills coming 18 May
Same service, different name
From 18 May, eFiling will be renamed to Government Bills on FNB. This is a name change ONLY. There is no impact on how you make your SARS payments.

Go to Payments > Government Bills to submit and authorise your SARS payments.

📩 Need assistance? Email us at [email protected].
Let us help you stay compliant and avoid unnecessary penalties.

🦒Did you know? 🦒

From 5 May 2026, SARS has stepped up enforcement and is now actively issuing administrative non-compliance penalties to trusts with outstanding income tax returns.

With automated systems in place and penalties adding up monthly, trust compliance is no longer something to delay — even dormant trusts are affected.

📩 Need assistance? Email us at [email protected]. Let us help you stay compliant and avoid unnecessary penalties.