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Source domain: sars.gov.za
Collected on 15 September 2026
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SWIFT payment for foreign taxpayers without a South African bank account
Foreign taxpayers who do not have a South African bank account can pay SARS using the SWIFT method through FNB only.
Foreign taxpayers who do not have a South African bank account can use the SWIFT method to pay through FNB only.
Reference
https://www.sars.gov.za/tax-practitioners/tax-practitioner-connect-issue-74-august-2026/
Payment of SARS taxes via eFiling
Taxpayers can pay their SARS taxes through eFiling by generating a payment request that is sent to their bank. They must authorise the transaction via their banking app. This method requires sufficient funds and correct referencing to avoid delays.
When paying via eFiling, a payment request is generated and sent to the taxpayer’s bank. The taxpayer must then authorise the transaction through their banking app.
Payment of SARS taxes via SARS MobiApp
Taxpayers can pay their taxes directly from the SARS MobiApp using either their Statement of Account (SOA) or the Notice of Assessment (ITA34). From the SOA, they can choose the amount to pay; from the ITA34, they must pay the full balance due.
The SARS MobiApp also allows taxpayers to pay directly from their Statement of Account (SOA) or the Notice of Assessment (ITA34).
Payment of SARS taxes via internet banking
Taxpayers can pay SARS using internet banking by using a beneficiary name that starts with 'SARS' and entering the correct payment reference number to ensure proper allocation.
With internet banking, taxpayers must use SARS-listed beneficiary names, all beginning with “SARS”. It is important to use the correct payment reference number, which ensures that the payment is allocated to the right account.
Report a scam related to tax refunds
If a taxpayer receives a suspicious email or SMS claiming they are owed a refund and directing them to a fraudulent website, they should delete and block the message and report it to the SARS IT Security team.
If you receive such an email, please delete and block it. If in doubt, email the SARS IT Security team at [email protected] or visit the Scams & Phishing webpage to see the latest scam examples.
