Objection
Quick Answer
What is Objection?
An objection is the formal dispute a taxpayer lodges against a SARS assessment they believe is wrong.
Objection explained
Filed on eFiling within the prescribed period (generally 80 business days from assessment), stating grounds and evidence. If the objection fails, an appeal follows.
Who it applies to: Taxpayers disputing an assessment.
Cost: Free to lodge.
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Official source: SARS (South African Revenue Service)
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