Author: Cecile Bothe
Important:
This answer is based on tax law year ending 28 February 2021.
Answer:
Although it appears to be unfair, it is understood that a bank detail verification and a special stopper is triggered by different indicators. In the instance of a bank stopper it is required that the bank detail as well as the assessment verification supporting documents have to be submitted. It is important to request the SARS agent during the interview to lift the bank stopper.