TaxCafe with Carmen Westermeyer: A Discussion Forum Resolving Practitioner Issues In Tax Practice - January 2026
Duration: 2 hours
Price: R195.00
TaxCafe with Carmen Westermeyer: A Discussion Forum Resolving Practitioner Issues In Tax Practice - January 2026
Presenters : Prof. Jackie Arendse
Overview
Participants join Carmen for an in-depth discussion on the latest SARS challenges affecting tax practitioners in 2026. Each session provides practical, up-to-date guidance to help professionals resolve complex taxpayer issues with confidence.
Video Content
This video explores a range of important tax topics, including:
- eFiling System Instability: Frequent “rolling” screens, login failures, and CSD site downtime, particularly following system upgrades.
- VAT & ETI Complications: Challenges arising from omitted ETI on VAT201 returns (which cannot be easily corrected) and delays in VAT registrations.
- Tax Debt Prescription: Ongoing confusion and debate around the “15-year rule” in Section 171 of the Tax Administration Act for the write-off of old tax debts.
- CIPC & Director Updates: Difficulties updating director information online—especially for foreign passport holders—and the phasing out of manual CoR39 submissions.
- Income Tax Data Errors: Third-party data failures, including missing IRP5s and incorrect reporting of bank balances versus interest earned on ITR12 returns.
- Profile Management (RAV01): The rigidity of updating standing data, such as banking details or “Registered Representative” status, often triggering unnecessary branch visits.
- Disputes & Corrections: Uncertainty around when to submit a Request for Correction (RFC) versus a Notice of Objection (NOO).
- Refund Delays: Valid refunds being withheld indefinitely due to “special stoppers” or repetitive verification loops.
- Tax Compliance Status (TCS): Difficulties obtaining tax clearance pins due to minor outstanding cents or administrative penalties.
- Foreign Income: Practical challenges in accessing foreign revenue authority services and correctly applying Double Taxation Agreements.
Competencies Developed
After watching this discussion forum, participants are:
- Equipped with practical solutions to resolve current taxpayer issues.
- Competent to address and manage practice-related tax challenges proactively.
- Able to guide staff effectively in supporting clients with systemic SARS issues.
- Informed about current SARS resources and tools available to practitioners.
- Directed to relevant guides, FAQs, and updates to stay compliant and responsive in 2026.
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