Pahad Attorneys is an established practice with offices in Houghton Johannesburg with expertise in the fields of customs and excise law, company and commercial law, dispute resolution and Sharia Law. The Practice is run by Arshad Pahad who holds the degrees of Commerce, Law and Master of Law from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg. During his articles and thereafter as an associate he has carried out work on behalf of Pfeifer Seil und Hebetechnik GmbH of Germany, the South … More about Pahad Attorneys
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Commercial Law
Commercial Law – An Overview
South African company law is that body of rules which regulates corporations formed under the Companies Act.[1] A company is a business organisation which earns income by the production or sale of goods or services. This entry also covers rules by which partnerships and trusts are governed in South … [Read More...] about Commercial Law – An Overview
Consumer Law
Legal Update – Consumer Protection Act (CPA) Section 14
It has become increasingly apparent that the far-reaching effects of the peremptory provisions of the Consumer Protection Act (“CPA”) on leases of immovable property in general, and landlords and tenants in particular, requires further examination and attention. It remains self-evident, however, … [Read More...] about Legal Update – Consumer Protection Act (CPA) Section 14
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Latest Trade Statistics
TRADE STATISTICS FOR SEPTEMBER 2014 Pretoria, 31 October 2014 – The South African Revenue Service (SARS) today releases trade statistics for September 2014 that recorded a trade deficit of R2.91 billion. This figure includes trade data between South Africa and Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia and Swaziland (BLNS countries). Summary The R2.91 billion deficit for September 2014 is due to exports of R90.79 billion and imports of R93.71 billion. Exports increased from August to September 2014 by R14.00 billion (18.2%) and imports increased from August to September 2014 by R0.17 billion … [Read More...] about Latest Trade Statistics
VAT
VAT rules in SA to be updated for internet age
This article was posted on Business Day Live on December 4th , 2014 -BY RUAN JOOSTE, PROPOSALS to amend value-added tax (VAT) legislation to include electronic services and products supplied by international firms to South African consumers are … [Read More...] about VAT rules in SA to be updated for internet age
Value Added Tax – A Consumer Overview
What is VAT? Currently set at 14%, Value Added Tax (VAT) is included in the price of most goods and services. Foreign visitors are not excempt for paying VAT on purchased goods. They may, however, claim back VAT paid on items taken out of the country when the total valued exceeds R250. The refund … [Read More...] about Value Added Tax – A Consumer Overview
SARS Latest Scam Warnings
- Status of SARS branch offices August 15, 202215 August 2022 – Only a small number of our branches are closed for in person visits. All our online and digital services are available and we encourage taxpayers to make use of these. The status of the SARS Tax branches today as at 9:30. Scroll down for the Customs offices. Uitenhage Open East London […]
- Tenders August 15, 202215 August 2022 – RFP02/202 – eSourcing Errors Note: SARS is aware of the eSourcing errors bidders are experiencing and the technical team is working on it, please ensure that you submit your bid to the tender box before the closing date. Bidders will not be penalized for not submitting via eSourcing.
- New feature on the SARS Online Query System August 13, 202213 August 2022 – You can now request a Notice of Assessment and Statement of Accounts via the SARS Online Query System (SOQS). See the full range of online services available through SOQS.
- Legal Counsel – Preparation of Legislation – Draft Documents for Public Comment August 12, 202212 August 2022 – Customs & Excise Act, 1964: Draft rules and schedule amendments Insertion of rules under sections 64F, 75 and 120 – Drawbacks and refunds DA 63 – Application for refund – Export for trade purposes of imported duty paid goods (Refund item 522.03) DA 64 – Application for drawback/refund DA 66 – General Application for drawback/refund […]
- Media Release – Suspension of industrial action at SARS August 12, 202212 August 2022 – The South African Revenue Service (SARS) welcomes the suspension of the industrial action by two recognized labour unions, PSA and NEHAWU. The PSA was the first officially to suspend the industrial action from 20 July 2022, followed by NEHAWU on 08 August 2022. In light of this announcement by the two […]
- Foreign Suppliers of Electronic Services August 12, 202212 August 2022 – The guide, Foreign Suppliers of Electronic Services, has been revised to include a process for cancellation of VAT registration.
- Legal Counsel – Published Binding Rulings – Binding Class Rulings (BCRs) – BCR 61-80 August 12, 202212 August 2022 – Income Tax Act, 1962, and Estate Duty Act, 1955 BCR 080 – Tax implications for resident beneficiaries of a foreign pension trust
- Status of SARS branch offices and contact centre August 12, 202212 August 2022 – Only a small number of our branches are closed for in person visits. All our online and digital services are available and we encourage taxpayers to make use of these. The status of the SARS Tax branches today as at 9:30 and 14:00. Scroll down for the Customs offices. EC Uitenhage […]
SARS VAT Document Updates
- Status of SARS branch offices August 15, 202215 August 2022 – Only a small number of our branches are closed for in person visits. All our online and digital services are available and we encourage taxpayers to make use of these. The status of the SARS Tax branches today as at 9:30. Scroll down for the Customs offices. Uitenhage Open East London […]
- Tenders August 15, 202215 August 2022 – RFP02/202 – eSourcing Errors Note: SARS is aware of the eSourcing errors bidders are experiencing and the technical team is working on it, please ensure that you submit your bid to the tender box before the closing date. Bidders will not be penalized for not submitting via eSourcing.
- New feature on the SARS Online Query System August 13, 202213 August 2022 – You can now request a Notice of Assessment and Statement of Accounts via the SARS Online Query System (SOQS). See the full range of online services available through SOQS.
- Legal Counsel – Preparation of Legislation – Draft Documents for Public Comment August 12, 202212 August 2022 – Customs & Excise Act, 1964: Draft rules and schedule amendments Insertion of rules under sections 64F, 75 and 120 – Drawbacks and refunds DA 63 – Application for refund – Export for trade purposes of imported duty paid goods (Refund item 522.03) DA 64 – Application for drawback/refund DA 66 – General Application for drawback/refund […]
- Media Release – Suspension of industrial action at SARS August 12, 202212 August 2022 – The South African Revenue Service (SARS) welcomes the suspension of the industrial action by two recognized labour unions, PSA and NEHAWU. The PSA was the first officially to suspend the industrial action from 20 July 2022, followed by NEHAWU on 08 August 2022. In light of this announcement by the two […]
- Foreign Suppliers of Electronic Services August 12, 202212 August 2022 – The guide, Foreign Suppliers of Electronic Services, has been revised to include a process for cancellation of VAT registration.
- Legal Counsel – Published Binding Rulings – Binding Class Rulings (BCRs) – BCR 61-80 August 12, 202212 August 2022 – Income Tax Act, 1962, and Estate Duty Act, 1955 BCR 080 – Tax implications for resident beneficiaries of a foreign pension trust
- Status of SARS branch offices and contact centre August 12, 202212 August 2022 – Only a small number of our branches are closed for in person visits. All our online and digital services are available and we encourage taxpayers to make use of these. The status of the SARS Tax branches today as at 9:30 and 14:00. Scroll down for the Customs offices. EC Uitenhage […]
SARS Customs Documents Updated Feed
- Status of SARS branch offices August 15, 202215 August 2022 – Only a small number of our branches are closed for in person visits. All our online and digital services are available and we encourage taxpayers to make use of these. The status of the SARS Tax branches today as at 9:30. Scroll down for the Customs offices. Uitenhage Open East London […]
- Tenders August 15, 202215 August 2022 – RFP02/202 – eSourcing Errors Note: SARS is aware of the eSourcing errors bidders are experiencing and the technical team is working on it, please ensure that you submit your bid to the tender box before the closing date. Bidders will not be penalized for not submitting via eSourcing.
- New feature on the SARS Online Query System August 13, 202213 August 2022 – You can now request a Notice of Assessment and Statement of Accounts via the SARS Online Query System (SOQS). See the full range of online services available through SOQS.
- Legal Counsel – Preparation of Legislation – Draft Documents for Public Comment August 12, 202212 August 2022 – Customs & Excise Act, 1964: Draft rules and schedule amendments Insertion of rules under sections 64F, 75 and 120 – Drawbacks and refunds DA 63 – Application for refund – Export for trade purposes of imported duty paid goods (Refund item 522.03) DA 64 – Application for drawback/refund DA 66 – General Application for drawback/refund […]
- Media Release – Suspension of industrial action at SARS August 12, 202212 August 2022 – The South African Revenue Service (SARS) welcomes the suspension of the industrial action by two recognized labour unions, PSA and NEHAWU. The PSA was the first officially to suspend the industrial action from 20 July 2022, followed by NEHAWU on 08 August 2022. In light of this announcement by the two […]
- Foreign Suppliers of Electronic Services August 12, 202212 August 2022 – The guide, Foreign Suppliers of Electronic Services, has been revised to include a process for cancellation of VAT registration.
- Legal Counsel – Published Binding Rulings – Binding Class Rulings (BCRs) – BCR 61-80 August 12, 202212 August 2022 – Income Tax Act, 1962, and Estate Duty Act, 1955 BCR 080 – Tax implications for resident beneficiaries of a foreign pension trust
- Status of SARS branch offices and contact centre August 12, 202212 August 2022 – Only a small number of our branches are closed for in person visits. All our online and digital services are available and we encourage taxpayers to make use of these. The status of the SARS Tax branches today as at 9:30 and 14:00. Scroll down for the Customs offices. EC Uitenhage […]