When importing stuff in South Africa, SARS customs are likely to charge you a customs duty.

SARS has its guidelines on what should be declared when importing goods and the customs charges for different items.

Customs charges will vary based on the punch in of any imported item, as well as the quantity.

Tips on how to avoid customs charges in South Africa

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Nevertheless, here are some tips that will be useful in minimizing custom charges.

However, there are some things you might do to lower or cancel custom charges.

These things will help when buying personal goods and some business goods.

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If you have a large business, then it will be hard to lower your custom charges legally.

Some items areprohibitedfrom being imported to South Africa.

These tips will mostly work for personal items, that is, people who import items in little quantities.

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However, you should not engage in illegal activities when trying to avoid customs charges.

Paying tax is every citizen’s role, and you should be proud of it.

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