I forgot my tax number. would you help me find it without consulting a branch?
By Marc Sevitz · Updated
Q: I forgot my tax number, would you help me find it without consulting a branch
If I don't remember my tax reference number like I do now, how do I go about it ?
A: You can usually find your tax number on your IRP5 or payslip from your employer. If your tax number is not on those documents or if you are self-employed, you can also phone SARS on 0800 00 7277 to check or you can request it online by following these steps:
- Visit the SARS website.
- On the top menu bar, click on "Contact Us".
- Click on the "Request your Tax number"
- Complete the form and choose "What's My Tax Number" as the query type
- SARS will send you your tax number if they were able to verify your credentials.
OR
- You can get it on eFiling if you are registered as an eFiler. All you need to do is log on and check your number.
- You can also request your notice of registration via the MobiAppif you are a registered eFiler.
- eFiling has been updated to allow taxpayers to request the Notice of Registration (IT150) under the 'SARS Registered Details' menu option.
- At a SARS branch. Remember to make an appointment before you visit a branch.
If you have not registered, then you can do so on eFiling or at a branch. For More info on how to find or apply for a tax number visit our guide here https://www.taxtim.com/za/tax-guides/get-a-tax-number