- Mandatory Invoice Data Submission: As of April 1, 2025, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) requires taxpayers to include invoice data in all electronic customs declarations submitted to the agency.
- Increased Audit Risk: Customs declarations that lack the required invoice data are more likely to be selected for inspection or audit by SARS, emphasizing the importance of compliance.
- Official Notification: The obligation for including invoice data was officially communicated by SARS in a letter published on March 11, 2025, reinforcing the new regulatory requirement
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