Corporate Tax Governance
Appoint Registered Tax Representative
Appoint or update a Public Officer, Representative Taxpayer, or accredited Tax Practitioner for your business or trust.
Accredited Professional Memberships & Regulatory Compliance
CIBA MemberBiz Accountant
SAIT MemberTax Practitioner
SAICA AffiliateChartered Accounting
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SARS RegisteredTax Practitioners
CIPC AgentCompany Registry
Verified SARS Portal
Appoint a Tax Representative / Public Officer Online
Use official SARS digital query portals to submit company resolutions, CIPC certificates, and representative appointments.
Appointment Instructions
How to Appoint a SARS Representative
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Access the SARS Online Query System
Go to tools.sars.gov.za/soqs and select 'Appoint Representative Taxpayer'.
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Input Entity & Representative Details
Enter company CIPC registration number, tax reference number, and proposed Public Officer's ID & tax reference number.
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Select Representative Type
Choose role: Public Officer (Company), Trustee, Representative Taxpayer, or Power of Attorney.
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Upload Supporting Documents
Attach CIPC COR39 / CoR14.3 certificate, Company Resolution appointing the Public Officer, ID copy, and utility bill.
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SARS Verification & Approval
SARS will review submission and update the official RAV01 profile with the new Public Officer details.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a SARS Public Officer?
A Public Officer is the legally appointed representative of a South African company who is personally responsible for all tax filings and compliance under the Tax Administration Act.
Can a South African company operate without a SARS Public Officer?
No. Failure to appoint a Public Officer within one month of incorporation is an offence under Section 246 of the Tax Administration Act.
Can My Accountant act as your company's SARS Public Officer or Representative?
Yes! As registered SAIT tax practitioners, we can be appointed as your legal tax representative or manage your company's SARS eFiling profile under Power of Attorney.
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