Urgent Notice for South African Employers: 2025/2026 Interim Employer Reconciliation Submission Window Opens Soon!

The countdown has begun! The Employer Interim Reconciliation filing season kicks off on 22 September 2025 and closes sharply on 31 October 2025. This is a critical deadline that ALL employers — both private and public — must meet without exception.

During this narrow window, you must reconcile your Monthly Employer Declarations (EMP201) against the tax data from your interim IRP5/IT3(a) certificates, payroll records, and PAYE payments made between 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025. Failure to comply can result in penalties, audits, and disruptions to your tax clearance status.

Act immediately! Don’t wait for the deadline — prepare now and submit your reconciliation via SARS e@syFile as soon as the filing season opens.

Important reminders:

  • Submissions are only accepted through the new e@syFile Thin Client software.
  • Starting February 2026, Income Tax Numbers will be strictly enforced in e@syFileTm Employer. Stay ahead and ensure your records are updated
  • For full details, guides, and support, visit the SARS  website and the Mid-year Centre dedicated to Interim Employer Reconciliation submissions.

This is your official call to action: Start preparing NOW , missing this deadline is NOT an option!

Community Team