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Source domain: sanews.gov.za
Collected on 30 July 2026
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Tax practitioner registration check (SARS/RCB query page)
SARS provides a query page where taxpayers can check whether a tax practitioner is registered with SARS and a Recognised Controlling Body (RCB) before sharing personal information.
Taxpayers can check whether a tax practitioner is registered with SARS and a Recognised Controlling Body (RCB) via https://secure.sarsefiling.co.za/TaxPractitionerQuery.aspx.
Reference
GOVNEWS-83205 at https://www.sanews.gov.za
Opening Date
30 July 2026
Contact SARS IT Security team about the latest scam examples (phishing@ email)
If you receive the scam, SARS advises you to delete and block it, and if you are in doubt you can email the SARS IT Security team for help and to see the latest scam examples.
“If you receive it, please delete and block it. If in doubt, email the SARS IT Security team or visit the Scams and Phishing webpage to see the latest scam examples,” SARS advised taxpayers.
Fraud and Anti-Corruption Hotline (0800 00 2870)
SARS provides a hotline number that members of the public can contact regarding fraud and anti-corruption concerns related to scams.
Taxpayers can also contact the Fraud and Anti-Corruption Hotline on 0800 00 2870.
Use the Scams and Phishing webpage to see the latest scam examples
SARS provides a webpage with the latest scam examples so taxpayers can verify what scams are currently circulating.
The security team can be contacted at phishing@sars.gov.za, and the phishing webpage is at https://www.sars.gov.za/targeting-tax-crime/scams-and-phishing/.
