Need to prove to a client, funder, or government department that your tax affairs are in order? A Tax Clearance Certificate is the official stamp of approval from SARS, and it’s a non-negotiable requirement for almost any major business deal.
What is a Tax Clearance Certificate? A Simple Guide
A Tax Clearance Certificate is an official document from SARS that proves a business’s or individual’s tax affairs are up-to-date and in good standing. In the past, this was a physical certificate. Today, SARS issues a real-time **Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN**. You can give this secure PIN to a third party (like a tender committee), who can use it on the SARS eFiling website to instantly verify your live tax compliance status.
Why Choose StartupHero for This?
You can only get a Tax Clearance PIN if ALL of your taxes are up to date and there are no outstanding returns or debt. If you have any compliance issues, your application will be rejected. Our tax practitioners will first review your tax profile to identify any issues, assist you in resolving them, and then apply for your PIN, ensuring a successful outcome.
This is a mandatory requirement for:
- ➡️ Tenders and Government contracts.
- ➡️ Foreign investment applications.
- ➡️ Applying for financing or credit from banks.
- ➡️ Letters of good standing from certain industry bodies.
Client Testimonial
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“I had an outstanding return I didn’t even know about, and my tax clearance was declined. The team at StartupHero found the problem, fixed it, and got me my PIN in time to submit my tender. They saved me!”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How long is a Tax Clearance PIN valid for?
A: The PIN provides live access to your status. The overall Tax Clearance is valid for 12 months, provided you remain compliant during that period.
Q: What if I have a payment arrangement with SARS?
A: If you have an official payment arrangement in place with SARS and are adhering to it, you can still be considered compliant and obtain a Tax Clearance.
Don’t let tax issues block your biggest opportunities. Let us help you get your Tax Clearance PIN.
Jabulani M., Midrand –
I had an outstanding return I didn’t even know about, and my tax clearance was declined. The team at StartupHero found the problem, fixed it, and got me my PIN in time to submit my tender. They saved me!