SMTAX

Expert Tax Assistance to Appoint a Public Officer, for only R550

Complete a quick online application (about 10 minutes). Our tax specialists will handle the paperwork, submit your application to SARS, and keep you updated throughout the process. 

Service Includes:
→ SARS eFiling Setup
→ Application Document Review
→ SARS Correspondence assistance 
→ Tax Compliance Checks
→ Tax Advisory
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Disclosure: SMTAX is a private company and registered tax practitioner providing paid assistance with registrations and compliance. We are not affiliated with SARS or any government authority. The relevant authority issues official outcomes (where applicable).

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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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.

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Old Mutual
Standard Bank
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Rated  5-star by entrepreneurs

Stars

"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

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

Gert Louw 

Stars

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

Nkululeko Sithole

Stars

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

CEO: Homemade CPT

Stars

"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

Stars

"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

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"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

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 CIPC.

Your data is secure

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

Free Notifications

We will notify you when your SARS and CIPC returns are due.

What is a Public Officer?

A public officer, is a registered representative who is appointed with full rights to act on behalf of another legal entity (e.g. Companies, Trusts, etc.). The public officer can be one of the directors or an accounting officer.

Why do you need a Public Officer?

Tax Clearance

A valid tax clearance certificate is required when applying for any tender in government.

Tax Submissions

You will only be able to file tax returns once you have appointed a public officer. 

Access to markets

You need to have a valid tax clearance certificate before you can register on any corporate supplier database.

Credibility

Companies that tax compliant show funders and customers that the business is active and well managed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Public Officer?
A public officer, is a registered representative who is appointed with full rights to act on behalf of another legal entity (e.g. Companies, Trusts, etc.). The public officer can be one of the directors or an accounting officer.
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 R450 (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.

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.

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Accreditation

SARS : PR-0088934
SAIT: 33071887
SAIBA: SAIBA3845
SAICA: 30684830

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Locations


Cape Town: 

7th Floor West Tower, Canal Walk, Century City, Cape Town, 7441 


Knysna:

TH15.1 Long Street, Thesen Habour Town, Knysna, 6571


Durban:

21 Aurora Drive, Umhlanga, Durban, 4031


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Disclosure: SMTAX is a private company providing paid assistance with registrations and compliance. We are not affiliated with CIPC, SARS, the Department of Labour, CIDB, CSD, or any government authority. Official outcomes (where applicable) are issued by the relevant authority.