{"id":104,"date":"2025-07-16T18:10:19","date_gmt":"2025-07-16T18:10:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gometa.co.za\/blog\/?p=104"},"modified":"2025-07-16T18:10:20","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T18:10:20","slug":"how-to-request-a-call-back-from-sars-in-south-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gometa.co.za\/blog\/how-to-request-a-call-back-from-sars-in-south-africa\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Request a Call Back from SARS in South Africa"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re struggling to get help from the South African Revenue Service (SARS) and prefer to have someone call you directly, you can request a call back using the SARS eFiling platform. This is a convenient way for taxpayers to get assistance without visiting a branch or waiting on hold for too long.<\/p><div id=\"gomet-152136781\" class=\"gomet-content gomet-entity-placement\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- ATF BB -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"4566904116\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s a simple guide on how to request a SARS call back online:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Log In to Your SARS eFiling Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the official SARS website: <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sars.gov.za\">https:\/\/www.sars.gov.za<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on the <strong>eFiling Login<\/strong> button and enter your login details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you don\u2019t yet have an account, you\u2019ll need to register first by selecting the option for new users.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Access the \u201cRequest a Call Back\u201d Option<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Once logged in, go to the <strong>Help<\/strong>, <strong>Contact Us<\/strong>, or <strong>Services<\/strong> section.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look for the <strong>Request a Call Back<\/strong> service. SARS occasionally updates its platform, so the exact location or wording may vary slightly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Complete the Call Back Request Form<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fill in all the required details:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your full name and contact number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The reason for your request or the type of assistance you need<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preferred date and time for the call<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Double-check that your phone number is correct to avoid missing the call.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Submit Your Request<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>After confirming your information, submit the form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may receive an on-screen confirmation or a message via your registered email or SMS indicating your request was successfully received.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Wait for SARS to Call You Back<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SARS will contact you at your preferred time or as soon as possible, depending on their queue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure your phone is on and available during the expected call window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Helpful Tips<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Call back wait times can vary<\/strong>, especially during peak tax filing season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your matter is urgent, you can also use the secure messaging option within eFiling to send SARS a direct message.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always visit the <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sars.gov.za\/\">official SARS website<\/a> or check your eFiling dashboard for the latest updates or changes to the service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Requesting a call back is one of the easiest ways to get personalised support from SARS. 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