Govchain TaxTax™

Company tax returns in South Africa, prepared and filed

Every registered company in South Africa must file one ITR14 income tax return a year and two IRP6 provisional tax returns — even if it didn’t trade. Govchain prepares all three and submits them to SARS. A SARS-registered tax practitioner reviews every return before it’s filed. From R270 per return.

Over 124,000 business owners use Govchain, with more than R1bn in business revenue filed with SARS.

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Tax returns, prepared and filed.

Company tax is a headache most founders don’t have time for. Govchain prepares your return, a practitioner checks it, and we file it with SARS.

Prepared by Govchain, checked by a practitioner

Govchain prepares each return from your records, and a SARS-registered tax practitioner reviews it before anything is filed. You approve, we submit. Every company owes three returns a year, and Govchain files all of them:

  • ITR14 annual income tax return
  • First IRP6 provisional tax return
  • Second IRP6 provisional tax return

Reminders before every deadline

Govchain tracks your tax status and tells you when a return is due, with enough time to get your records together.

Bank imports and auto-tagging

Connect your bank account or import statements. Govchain tags each transaction, so deductible costs are not missed at filing time.

Documents in one place

Keep your tax documents stored securely, ready whenever SARS or your accountant asks.

A tax practitioner on call

Have a tax question? Message a registered tax practitioner through the platform.

One fee per return.

It covers preparation, a tax practitioner’s review, and filing with SARS.

Dormant Company

R270/return

File tax returns for a company that is not trading (dormant).

  • Tax return filing
  • Secure document storage
File a dormant return

Active Company

R1 250/return

File tax returns for a company that is trading (active).

  • Tax return preparation
  • Tax return filing
  • Secure document storage
  • Import bank statements
  • Auto-tag transactions
File an active return

Want your tax returns on autopilot?

Govchain Books™ keeps your books up to date, so the returns file from accurate numbers. From R995 per month.

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Common questions about company tax

Dormant companies, deadlines, penalties, and what we need from you to file.

Do all companies need to file tax returns?
Yes, all South African companies must file tax returns with SARS.
Do I need to file tax returns if the company is dormant?
Yes, even dormant (inactive/not trading) companies need to file tax returns with SARS.
How often must a company file tax returns?
All companies must submit tax returns three times a year: one income tax return at the end of the year and two provisional tax returns during the year.
What happens if I don't file tax returns?
If you don't file your tax returns, SARS can charge penalty fees and interest. Interest is charged monthly, which can quickly add up.
How long does it take to file a tax return with Govchain?
Once all the information is provided and we have access to the tax types on eFiling, it usually takes up to 10 working days.
What documents do I need to file a tax return?
Nothing is required for inactive returns. For active returns, we'll need the company bank statements or accounting records.
What types of businesses can use Govchain Tax?
We only assist with company tax for private companies (Pty) Ltd.
How do I migrate my tax records to Govchain?
If you have existing tax records, we will assist with migrating these onto Govchain.

File your next return with Govchain.

We prepare it, you approve it, and we submit it to SARS. No missed deadlines, no penalties.

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Last reviewed: 12 May 2026. Govchain reviews this page against current SARS tax rules every quarter.