First time filing your tax return? We’ve got you covered. 📄✨ Watch the video to learn what every first filer needs to know and make your filing journey easier and stress-free. #NamRA #FilingSeason #FirstTimeFiler

📢 **MAJOR UPDATE: New ITR Filing Deadlines for FY 2025-26!** 🚨 Taxpayers, take note! The deadlines for filing your Income Tax Returns have been updated. Some categories now have more time to file. 🗓️✅ #IncomeTax #ITR #TaxUpdate #Finance #TaxDeadline #FilingSeason #IndiaTax

Below is content currently being discussed in the SAIT/ @fasset_sa 2025 SARS Operations and Legislative Updates. This includes non-residents return type, section 9H - change of residency and provisional tax to name a few. Don't miss out on the repeat 1 of this webinar taking place on 7 October. Click on the link to register: thesait.glueup.com/event/fas… #SAIT #SARS #Tax #FilingSeason #FASSET

Hey, fam! OTO’s bringing proper service straight to you, ekse! From 27 to 30 August, pop by Pavilion Mall, we, together with SARS, will be right next to Mr Price Sport (Ground Level) from 09h00 - 21h00. #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing

Get free, independent help with tax-related complaints from the OTO and SARS. #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing

Bringing OTO services to the doorsteps of communities with mall activations. From 28 – 30 August, we are at the Pavilion Mall in Durban next to Mr Price Sport (Ground Level) from 9h00 until 19h00. Get free, independent help with tax-related complaints from the OTO and SARS. #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #dotherightthing

If you haven’t tried resolving your issue directly with SARS first, the Tax Ombud may reject your complaint, unless there are compelling circumstances - taxombud.gov.za/complaints/. #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers

Minor details to remember to include when lodging a complaint with the Tax Ombud and avoid rejection: · Tax reference number · Chronological summary of the issue · SARS case/reference numbers · Desired outcome · Supporting documents Don’t forget to sign and date the form. #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #dotherightthing

Common mistakes to be avoided when lodging complaints with the Tax Ombud include: · Submitting incomplete forms, · Missing SARS reference numbers · Forgetting to sign the form Be a smart taxpayer and double-check before you submit! #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing

Are personal tax refund delays a red flag? The OTO's Acting Senior Manager: Operations Fundiswa Ngqeleni is part of this important discussion at the #TaxIndaba2025 in Johannesburg today. #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing

Don't forget the OTO is at #TaxIndaba2025. We advocate for fairness in tax administration. Visit our table for free and impartial assistance with your complaints against @sars. #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing

"SARS, taxpayers and the Tax Ombud are not adversaries they are partners in building a system that works for everyone," says Acting OTO CEO @mmamelao closing her keynote address at #taxindaba2025. #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing #Taxindaba #Taxaindaba12 #taxindaba2025

While SARS advances toward a more digitised, AI-driven tax environment, fraudsters are also evolving, exploiting new loopholes in the system - tsotsis are also using technology to rob taxpayers. #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing #Taxindaba #Taxaindaba12 #taxindaba2025

Acting OTO CEO @mmamelao enjoying the latest issue of the Office's Fair Play newsletter at #TaxIndaba2025, ensuring taxpayers and practitioners are kept informed about latest developments in the tax sphere. Visit our information desk for a free copy. #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing #Taxindaba #Taxaindaba12 #TaxIndaba2025

We are pleased to be part of the #TaxIndaba2025 - helping improve the country's tax administration system #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing #Taxindaba #Taxaindaba12 #TaxIndaba2025

Smart taxpayers first try to resolve their tax complaints with SARS (sars.gov.za/contact-us/lodge…) before seeking assistance with the Tax Ombud. Give SARS 21 days to respond to your complaint before escalating the matter to the Tax Ombud.#TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing #Taxindaba #Taxaindaba12 #TaxIndaba2025

You lodge a tax complaint to seek a resolution and not a rejection. Follow the correct processes to avoid rejection and disappointment. Click here for more info. taxombud.gov.za #TaxOmbud #Filingseason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing

#TaxOmbud| In short ⬇️ Maintains a balance between @sarstax powers and duties, on the one hand, and taxpayer rights and obligations on the other. #FilingSeason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing #GovZAupdates

The OTO is also honoured to be part of the engagement with @UPTuks @TuksFM1072 - mutually beneficial partenships. #TaxOmbud #FilingSeason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing

🔁 Future smart taxpayers in the making! We are thrilled to see students at Tax@Tuks engaging with the Smart Taxpayers Quest Escape Room. Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to your tax rights. #TaxOmbud #FilingSeason #SmartTaxpayers #DoTheRightThing #GovZAUpdates