With how to check my SARS tax return, your Statement of Account (ITSA) shows the overall balance on your tax account (including any applicable penalty and interest) as well as your transaction history per tax year.
If SARS owes you money, the refund amount and payment date will show on your Statement of Account (ITSA).
Once logged in to eFiling and click on the Statement of Account icon at the top right-hand side of your screen.
Find out if Your Tax Return Was Submitted
You can file your tax return by mail, through an e-filing website or software, or by using the services of a tax preparer. Whether you owe taxes or you’re expecting a refund, you can find out your tax return’s status by:
- Using the IRS Where’s My Refund tool
- Viewing your IRS account information
- Calling the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 (Wait times to speak to a representative may be long.)
- Looking for emails or status updates from your e-filing website or software
If you file your taxes by mail, you can track your tax return and get a confirmation when the IRS has received it. To do so, use USPS Certified Mail or another mail service that has tracking or delivery confirmation services.
Is Your Tax Refund Lower Than You Expected?
If you owe money to a federal or state agency, the federal government may use part or all your federal tax refund to repay the debt. This is called a tax refund offset. Open All +