Tax Clearance Certificate

A Tax Clearance Certificate (TCC) confirms that a taxpayer’s tax affairs are in good standing — meaning there are no outstanding tax returns or debts owed to SARS.

To be eligible for a Tax Clearance Certificate, the following conditions must be met:

• The taxpayer must be registered with SARS and have an Income Tax Reference Number

• All tax liabilities must be settled (no outstanding debt)

• All tax returns must be submitted and up to date

To proceed with the TCC application, the following documents and information are required:

• Company/CC registration documents (if applicable)

• Certified ID copies of the sole proprietor and/or members/directors

• Income Tax Reference Number

• Contact details of the taxpayer

The process typically takes 3–5 business days, although delays may occur due to SARS workload.

Once approved, your Tax Clearance Certificate will be emailed directly to you.

Cost for Tax Clearance Certificate: R 499.00