Penalties for Trust Non-Compliance in South Africa

Penalties for Trust Non-Compliance in South Africa

By Ronél Nieuwoudt   16 April 2026 The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has intensified its focus on trust compliance, introducing automated penalties and stricter enforcement. In February 2026, SARS issued final demands to trusts with outstanding 2024 and...
New Requirements For Trusts

New Requirements For Trusts

4 June 2024 IF YOU ARE A TRUSTEE OF A TRUST, THERE ARE NEW LEGAL REQUIREMENTS YOU SHOULD BE AWARE OF: SARS IT3(t) DATA SUBMISSION   Legislative background   The South African Revenue Services published requirements for the reporting of information by...