- South Africa is implementing a multi-year roadmap for mandatory e-invoicing and near real-time VAT digital reporting as part of its VAT Modernisation programme.
- The reform aims to strengthen VAT administration, combat fraud, and improve compliance through automated, verifiable transaction data.
- The planned model involves structured invoice data transmitted to SARS daily (or more frequently), with redesigned VAT returns and increased automation.
- Multiple technical options for data submission will be available, including SFTP, APIs, and SME accounting tools.
- The rollout will be phased: system design and pilots in 2026, onboarding large taxpayers from 2026–2029, and broader expansion and full operational capability targeted by 2028.
Source: rtcsuite.com
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- See also
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Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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