Online Export License Registration
Quick & Easy, for only R2500.   

We handle all the paper work and correspondence to SARS. The process is completed in 14 - 21 working days.

If you have any questions about registering for your export license, click on the "Call me back" button below.
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Our Clients

We've helped thousands of SME's register for Import & Export License online. We are trusted by  big brands such Absa, Standard Bank, Old Mutual and more more to process registrations on behalf of their clients.

How does the process work?

Step 1: Apply Online

Click on the "Register for Import License" button and submit your application. It takes less than 2 minutes

Step 2: Make Payment

Our billing team will send you an invoice via email and SMS. Pay using a credit card, EFT or ATM deposit.

Step 3: Registration Complete

We will register your company for Import and Exports and send your Import License registration documents within a couple of days.

Export License Registration, 

Before goods can be imported or exported, a number of steps need to take place. If you want to perform any Customs related activities, SARS may require that you register in terms of Section 59A and / or get a license in terms of Section 60.

Fast & Simple

It’s simple and only takes a few minutes to complete.

Stay Compliant

Company information is automatically filed and kept up to date with SARS.

Your data is secure

Your personal data is kept 100% secure via 256-bit SSL.

Free Notifications

We will notify you when your SARS  returns are due

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who should register for Import & Export License?

Import licensing provides protection from legal disputes and financial losses for businesses engaged in international trade. An import license is a permit to import an indicated quantity of certain goods over a specified period of time (typically one year)


Any person (local or foreign) who import goods into South Africa must register as an importer including the importation of continuous transmission commodities (CTC).

How does the process work?

  1. All you have to do is CLICK any button that says “Get Started”.   
  2. You’ll a get short form to fill in. It’s nothing intrusive - It’s just so we can get to know you better e.g. name & contact details    
  3. Then you can make a payment of R2500 (down from our normal price of R2750 )
  4. After that, you’ll just have to submit a copy of your company documents.

That’s all you have to do

Can I get refund if I'm not happy with the service?

We so confident that you'll be happy with registering your company for an Import and Export License with us  that we'll give you all your money back if you're not satisfied with our service. That's right 100% CASH BACK If you don't like our service

Why should I register with SMTAX instead of directly with SARS?

Registering your company for Import and Exports is not rocket science. 

But here’s the thing, just because it’s not rocket science, it doesn’t mean that it’s a walk in the park. There is a learning curve you’ll have to go through before you can even start to think about registering your company quickly and easily. If you get just one little thing wrong in one little document, it could set you back days, if not weeks. 

Registering your business for Imports or Exports is not just about going online and submitting a few documents, there is more to it.  We make it even quicker and easier for you, even if you already know how to do it yourself. 

What other benefits do I get?

By being part of the SMTAX community you get great discounts from our partners such as Xero, Old Mutual and many more.