Generating Tax Certificates



How to Issue Tax Certificates

Follow these steps to issue tax certificates for donations received and ensure compliance with South African regulations.

Step-by-Step Guide

  • Register as a Public Benefit Organization (PBO) with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) and obtain a section 18A certificate.
  • Import donation information into the system from bank statements, accounting software, or spreadsheets.
  • Design tax certificate templates and covering letters using the system.
  • Issue tax certificates to donors for all donations received during the year or for individual donations as needed.
  • Send the tax certificates to donors and print them if necessary.
  • Use the system's tracking and reporting tools to manage and review issued tax certificates.
  • Provide tax certificates and supporting documentation to your auditors as needed.

Additional Tips

You can send a test certificate to yourself or directly to a donor to ensure accuracy. If a certificate needs to be canceled, enter a reason in the system, which will maintain a record for audit purposes.

Quick Q&A

Do I need to be registered with SARS to issue certificates?

Yes, you must register as a Public Benefit Organization (PBO) and obtain a section 18A certificate.

Can I test a tax certificate before sending it to a donor?

Yes, you can send a test certificate to yourself or directly to the donor to ensure accuracy.

Is it possible to cancel a certificate?

Yes, you can cancel a certificate by entering a reason, and the system will keep a record of it.

Can certificates be printed?

Yes, you have the option to print certificates for donors or for internal record-keeping.

More on tax certificates :
Certificate Template Certificates Report
Video on how to create a Section 18A Tax Certificate

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