Tax Dispute Resolution: RFC, NOO, and Appeals


Date: Mar 17, 2026

CPD hours: 2 Hours

Time: 15:00 - 17:00

Event Type: Webinar

Presenter: Theo Burrows

This practical webinar guides tax practitioners through the SARS dispute resolution process, covering Requests for Correction, Notices of Objection, and Appeals. Participants will gain clarity on procedural requirements, common pitfalls, and effective strategies to manage disputes confidently and compliantly.

Overview

Navigating the SARS dispute resolution process is critical for tax practitioners and taxpayers alike. In this session, we will demystify the complexities of Requests for Correction (RFC), Notices of Objection (NOO), and the Appeals process. We will explore the procedural timelines, common pitfalls that lead to rejected objections, and the strategic approach required when dealing with SARS. This webinar is designed to equip you with the practical knowledge to handle disputes confidently and efficiently.


Webinar Content

  • Overview of the legal framework governing tax disputes: Tax Administration Act, Chapter 9
  • Practical guidance on when to use a Request for Correction (RFC) versus a Notice of Objection (NOO)
  • Statutory and practical requirements for a valid objection (ADR1/NOO)
  • Managing disallowed objections and preparing matters for the Appeals process
  • Condonation requirements for late objections and appeals
  • Practical case studies illustrating common dispute resolution challenges and outcomes

Competencies Developed

  • Procedural compliance with the Tax Administration Act dispute resolution framework
  • Drafting effective and compliant tax dispute correspondence
  • Strategic dispute management, including risk assessment and escalation decisions
  • Practical understanding of SARS eFiling dispute functionality and workflows

Presenter

Theo Burrows

The Tax Faculty: Technical Advisor

Theo Burrows is a seasoned Tax Practitioner with over 30 years of experience in the corporate, non-profit, and small business sectors. In addition to being a practising independent tax practitioner, he serves the tax community as a technical advisor for The Tax Faculty.

The combination of ongoing tax education and practical experience enables him to competently address more complex tax issues of both individuals and organisations. He draws on all these skills and combines them with in-depth knowledge and understanding of the tax environment to provide tax advisory services to both taxpayers and tax practitioners.


CPD

Attending this webinar and the successful completion of the online assessment will secure a certificate of completion for 2 hours of Tax CPD.


Event Investment

Free for Tax Technician, Tax Practitioner, Tax Accountant CPD subscribers and Practice Packages. Not a CPD subscriber yet? Click here to register now.

  • Regular price:  R460.00
  • Group booking discounts available when you register for a group.

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    • If the cancellation occurs more than 4 working days prior to the event no cancellation fee will be charged.
    • If the cancellation occurs less than 4 working days prior to the event a 100% cancellation fee will apply.
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  • Tax Faculty`s liability in the case of an event being cancelled will be limited to a refund or credit of the event fee.
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