Overview

Tax professionals often assist clients in rectifying errors on tax returns. However, in cases where corrections are no longer available or sufficient, a Voluntary Disclosure Programme (VDP) application may be the only viable option. Are you familiar with the full set of requirements for a valid VDP application? Do you know how to leverage relevant case law in support of your submission?

Making the correct decision at the right time and navigating the process efficiently can be complex. In this webinar, Adv. Christel van Wyk unpacks the steps and best practices for handling SARS corrections and VDP applications. Attendees will benefit from insights into recent case law, practical examples, and guidance that can help achieve favourable outcomes with SARS.

Webinar Content

Part 1: SARS Correction

• Understanding SARS’ process and the legal foundation for corrections

Part 2: Voluntary Disclosure Programme (VDP)

2.1 Overview
2.2 Who qualifies and applies?
2.3 Impact of a notification of audit
2.4 Requirements under Section 227
2.5 VDP relief and benefits

Part 3: Case Studies

• Practical illustrations and lessons from real-life VDP scenarios

Competencies Developed

By attending this webinar, participants will:

• Gain a clear understanding of SARS’ processes for dealing with return corrections.
• Understand the legal and procedural requirements of a VDP application.
• Learn to apply practical guidance when preparing and submitting VDPs.
• Be equipped to make informed decisions when evaluating VDP versus correction.
• Gain insight into the latest relevant case law and its impact on disclosure decisions.

Presenter

Adv Christel van Wyk

BA Law, LLB, H Dip Tax, Certificate Mediation & Arbitration

General tax Practitioner

Advocate of the High Court, Northern Cape

Christel van Wyk is an independent tax advisor and practicing Advocate in the Northern Cape. Her experience covers more than 25 years in tax advisory work, corporate international tax, tax avoidance, tax dispute strategy, dispute resolution and tax policy work. Christel has developed various training courses over the years and presented on various topics including general tax updates, tax dispute processes, complaint processes, diesel refunds, tax policy matters and mutual agreement procedures.

She has extensive experience working in both the private and public sectors. Christel previously headed up the Tax Avoidance unit at the SARS head office. She later headed up the Tax Dispute Resolution division at EY,  worked as a Project Director Tax at SAICA and more recently as a Manager Operations at the Office of the Tax Ombud. In 2023, she started her own tax practice, CVW Tax Consulting Services.

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

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