SMTAX | Efficient PAYE Registration Services

Online PAYE Registration
Quick & Easy - R1500/once-off

We handle all the paperwork and correspondence to SARS. Please note that if your application is selected for SARS verification, the process may take up to 21 working days to finalise.

Service Includes:

→ SARS eFiling Setup

→ Public Officer Registration

→ PAYE Registration Application

→ SARS Correspondence & Meetings

→ Post-registration Guidance & Support

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No Fixed Contracts | Cancel Any-time | Trusted by +70 000 SMEs

Rated 5-star by entrepreneurs

"Very easy and user friendly to use so if there was a 10 star rating it would have gotten it from me for the service I recieved"

Warren Frieselaar

"It was quick and hassle free less than 10min. Keep it that way.thanks SMTAX"

Gert Louw

"SMTAX is very helpful and easy to apply quick & fast"

Nkululeko Sithole

"Easy online application. Totally affordable rates for small business , personal human response when making contact. Stuck to deadlines indicated.""

CEO: Homemade CPT

"The service i received from Smtax was professional and the representative I spoke with was patient and answered all my questions. Great service and very convenient."

Sonwabe Mhletywa

"It was a wonderful experience working with you guys. Thank you so much, hoping to work with you guys again. I received all my documents, and I am currently waiting for Nedbank to call me regarding the business account. Thank you so much, you deserve my 5 stars."

Kgosi Lentswe Macogo

"The service i received from Smtax was professional and the representative I spoke with was patient and answered all my questions. Great service and very convenient."

Sonwabe Mhletywa

What is PAYE Registration?

PAYE Registration is the process of registering your business with SARS as an employer so you can legally deduct employee tax (PAYE) from staff salaries and pay it over to SARS each month.

How is it done?

Registration is done with SARS using your company details and supporting documents. Once registered, SARS issues an EMP reference number, and you can submit your monthly employer declarations (EMP201) and make the required payments.

Why is registration Important?

Employ Staff Legally: If you pay remuneration that is subject to PAYE, you must be registered as an employer with SARS.
Avoid Penalties & Compliance Actions: Registration delays can lead to late submissions, penalties, and interest once payroll starts.
Set Up Payroll Correctly: An EMP reference number is needed to submit EMP201s, reconcile EMP501s, and issue employee tax certificates.

How does the process work ?

Apply Online

Fill in your details and preferred company name(s). Takes about 10 minutes.

Make Payment

Pay using your preferred payment method, e.g. credit card, EFT or ATM deposit.

Application is Lodged

We submit your application to SARS and keep you updated throughout the process.

Application Complete

We will send you an email confirmation once the application has been finalised by SARS.

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PAYE Registration Add-Ons

Tax Clearance PIN

Obtain your Tax Clearance Pin for R450, ensuring your business is compliant and trustworthy.

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Public Officer

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Income Tax Return

Submit your company's income tax return and get expert guidance on how to minimise your tax.

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Financial Statements

Get a professional accountant to draft and sign off on your company's annual financial statements.

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PAYE Registration

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VAT Registration

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SARS Compliance

Maintain your Tax Compliance Status from R200/month, safeguarding against penalties and audits.

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SME Bookkeeping

Enabling growth through financial tracking with SME Bookkeeping services starting from R1 500/month.

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Why Choose Us?

Accredited Professionals

Our team of professionals comprises accredited professionals (SAICA, CIBA & SAIT). This ensures our work meets the highest professional and ethical standards.

Human Support

While we love technology, we believe in the power of human relationships. A dedicated account manager and expert(s) will answer your questions within 24 hours - guaranteed.

Fast & Simple

By leveraging technology, we reduce the manual "paperwork" burden. This allows us to offer a faster turnaround time without compromising technical accuracy.

Level 1 B-BBEE Contributor

SMTAX is a 100% Black-owned, Level 1 B-BBEE professional services firm. Partnering with us supports your own B-BBEE scorecard while receiving world-class accounting support.

Incentives & Savings

Our tax specialists look for industry-specific tax incentives and allowances that your business may be eligible for. We ensure you are taking advantage of tax incentives to reduce your tax liability.

No Hidden Fees

Traditional accounting firms often bill by the hour, leading to "invoice shock" at the end of the month. At SMTAX, we offer transparent and affordable pricing as your company grows.

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Join +70,000 small business owners who trust SMTAX

Since our inception in 2015, we've worked with some amazing companies. In our journey to ensure financial transformation, we've had the pleasure of working with Old Mutual, ABSA, FNB, Nedbank, and Standard Bank.

Meet Our Customers

"Very easy and user friendly to use so if there was a 10 star rating it would have gotten it from me for the service I recieved"

Warren Frieselaar

"It was quick and hassle free less than 10min. Keep it that way.thanks SMTAX"

Gert Louw

"SMTAX is very helpful and easy to apply quick & fast"

Nkululeko Sithole

"Easy online application. Totally affordable rates for small business , personal human response when making contact. Stuck to deadlines indicated.""

CEO: Homemade CPT

"The service i received from Smtax was professional and the representative I spoke with was patient and answered all my questions. Great service and very convenient."

Sonwabe Mhletywa

Kgosi Lentswe Macogo

"The service i received from Smtax was professional and the representative I spoke with was patient and answered all my questions. Great service and very convenient."

Sonwabe Mhletywa

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should register for PAYE?

Any employer who pays employees a salary or wages must register for PAYE (Pay As You Earn) to withhold tax on behalf of their employees and remit it to the tax authorities.

How does the process work?

All you have to do is CLICK any button that says “Get Started”.
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
Then you can make a payment of R950 (down 55% from our normal price of R2750 )
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 VAT 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 VAT 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 new business for VAT 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 , Old Mutual and many more.

Online PAYE Registration
Quick & Easy - R1500/once-off

Rated 5-star by entrepreneurs

What is PAYE Registration?