SARS Tax Reference Number Guide

How to Get Your SARS Tax Number

Need your 10-digit SARS income tax reference number for a new job, bank account, or tax return? Here are the 4 fastest ways to find or register it in 2026.

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Quick Answer

4 Ways to Find or Get Your SARS Tax Number (2026)

Updated for 2026 Tax Year

Method 1 (Instant)

SMS to 33063

Send an SMS with the exact text:

TRN <13-digit ID Number>

Send to 33063. SARS will reply via SMS with your 10-digit number. (Must be sent from your registered cellphone).

Method 2 (Online DIY)

SARS Online Query

Go to the SARS Online Query System (SOQS) at tools.sars.gov.za/soqs.

Select "What's My Tax Number?", enter your SA ID or passport, and verify via OTP sent to your cell or email.

Method 3 (Portal)

SARS eFiling / MobiApp

Your 10-digit number appears on the dashboard, and you can download your official Notice of Registration (IT150) PDF under Profile.

Method 4 (Guaranteed)

Appoint My Accountant

Cellphone number changed? Can't receive the SARS OTP? Need a brand-new tax number or official stamped IT150 for employment?

We verify your profile with SARS and deliver your official IT150 document in 24 hours.

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Query Your SARS Tax Reference Number Directly

Use the official SARS online portal to request your individual or company tax number via SMS or email.

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Step-by-Step Instructions

How to Retrieve Your SARS Tax Number DIY

Visit the Official SARS Online Query System

Go to tools.sars.gov.za/soqs or access via the official SARS Digital Channels portal.

Select 'What's My Tax Number?'

Choose the individual or entity option from the main query menu.

Enter Your ID / Passport / Company Reg Number

Input your 13-digit South African ID number, passport number, or CIPC company registration number along with your full legal name.

Complete Security Verification

Provide your registered mobile number or email address to receive a one-time PIN (OTP).

Receive Tax Number via SMS/Email

Once verified, SARS will immediately send your 10-digit tax reference number to your verified contact details.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many digits is a SARS tax reference number?

A SARS individual or company tax reference number consists of exactly 10 digits, typically starting with 0, 1, 2, 3, or 9.

How can I get my SARS tax number via SMS?

Send an SMS with the text: TRN [Space] [Your 13-digit ID Number] to 33063 (e.g. TRN 8501015000080). SARS will reply via SMS with your 10-digit tax reference number. This only works from the cellphone number registered on your SARS profile.

Can I get my tax number if my cellphone number or email changed?

If your contact details on SARS record are outdated, the automated OTP will fail. You can either book a virtual appointment at a SARS branch or appoint My Accountant as your Registered Tax Practitioner to update your RAV01 profile and pull your official Notice of Registration (IT150).

Is a tax number automatically issued when starting employment?

Most employers auto-register new employees via SARS eFiling during monthly payroll submissions. However, if your registration was delayed or you need an official IT150 document for HR, we can register or retrieve it for you.

What is an IT150 Notice of Registration?

The IT150 is the official, stamped SARS confirmation letter that displays your name, ID number, and 10-digit tax reference number. Banks and new employers usually require this PDF document when opening business accounts or onboarding staff.

How long does it take for My Accountant to retrieve my tax number?

When you appoint us as your SARS Registered Representative, we can verify your profile, update outdated contact details, and deliver your official SARS IT150 Notice of Registration within 24 hours.

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