Online PBO Registration
Quick & Easy, for only R3000

We handle all the paper work and correspondence to SARS. The process is completed in 7 - 21 days.


If you have any questions about registering as a Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) , click on the "Call me back" button below.

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Our Clients

We've helped thousands of SME's register for tax 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 PBO" button and submit your application. It takes less than 2 minutes to complete.

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: Reg. Complete

We will register your company as a PBO and send your PBO registration documents within a couple of days.

File Your Income Tax Returns:

  • Annual Income Tax Returns

  • Tax Clearance Certificate / Pin
  • Monthly bookkeeping and cloud document storage
  • Discounted invoicing software
  • Access to our SMTAX business community
  • SARS Tax Return Cover
Sign Up for Tax Compliance Services

The top 3 benefits of being registered as a PBO

Access to markets

Most corporates prefer to give donations from the CSI budget to companies that are registered as a PBO.

Claim VAT on expenses

Once registered, you can reclaim for VAT on all goods and services your business buys. 

Credibility

This can add credibility to your business and give you a more trustworthy and professional image.

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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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should register for as a PBO?
A business may choose to register as a PBO the sole or principal object is carrying on one or more public benefit activities that is not for profit.
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 R1500 (down 55% 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 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.