How do I check how much I owe SARS?

There are three ways to find out how much tax debt you owe:

1. Call the SARS Contact Centre. Steps to follow: Call the SARS Contact Centre and request a statement of account.
2. Log on to eFiling and request a statement of account.
3. Log on to the SARS MobiApp and request a statement of account.

How do I get a copy of my IRP5?

If the taxpayer has requested his / her IRP5 or IT3(a) certificate from the employer / ex-employer and the employer has failed to provide such, the taxpayer must visit the nearest SARS branch or call the Contact Centre for advice pertaining to the steps to be taken.

Is it possible to find out how much you owe the IRS?

If you receive a notice from the IRS, it may not contain current information about how much you owe. These notices may only refer to one tax period and won’t give you your total balance if you owe back taxes for multiple tax years.

When do I have to pay my taxes owing?

You should file your tax return, pay any amounts you owe, or make a post-dated payment to cover your balance owing on or before April 30, 2021 to avoid paying interest and late-filing penalties. If you are able to pay your amount owing in full, you have several options to pay your taxes or other debts.

How long does it take to get a call from the IRS?

Your first option is to give the IRS a call. You may have to deal with a wait time, which averages about 27 minutes during post-filing season. But once you’re connected, a representative from the IRS should be able to tell you how much you owe.

What should I do if I owe money on my taxes?

You should file your tax return, pay any amounts you owe, or make a post-dated payment to cover your balance owing by the due date to avoid paying interest and late-filing penalties. If your balance owing is $2 or less, you do not have to make a payment.