31/08/2026
PENALTIES FOR NON-SUBMISSION OF TRUST INCOME TAX RETURNS
Clients are advised of an important SARS update following the public notice issued on 27 March 2026, confirming that the non-submission of Trust income tax returns constitutes non-compliance under section 211 of the Tax Administration Act, 2011.
Administrative penalties, effective from 4 May 2024, apply to outstanding obligations and may be levied monthly until the non-compliance is resolved. This applies to Trusts with outstanding ITR12T returns from 2024 onwards.
SARS will issue a Penalty Assessment Notice (AP34) outlining penalties imposed, outstanding returns, and required corrective actions.