Personal tax returns in South Africa
Personal tax returns, done for you by registered tax practitioners
CH Consulting prepares and files your ITR12, answers SARS verifications and deals with SARS on your behalf. Since 2012 we have helped salary earners, freelancers, landlords and investors claim what they are entitled to, on fixed fees from R2 495 (ex VAT).
- ★★★★★ 4.7 from 48 Google reviews
- Team registered with SAIT, SAIPA and CIBA
- Offices in Stellenbosch and Midrand
Included in every plan
- Tax return calculation and filing with SARS
- SARS verification handled for you
- Admin penalty remission application
- Easy templates for your supporting documents
- A registered tax practitioner reviews your return
No long-term contracts. Pay per tax year.
2026 filing season: non-provisional taxpayers file by 23 October 2026. Provisional taxpayers file by 22 January 2027.
See every 2026 deadlineWhat we do
Three services. One focus: your personal tax.
We specialise in individual taxpayers, so every return gets the attention of people who do this all year, not once a year.
ITR12
Personal tax returns
Your annual income tax return prepared, reviewed and filed, with every deduction you qualify for: medical aid, retirement annuities, home office and more.
From R2 495 ex VAT per tax year
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Provisional tax
Freelancer, landlord or investor? We calculate and file both provisional returns each year so you avoid underestimation penalties and interest.
From R2 495 ex VAT per return
See provisional taxSARS crypto
Crypto tax
Crypto gains, losses and income reconciled across your exchanges and wallets and declared correctly on your South African return.
Fixed-fee crypto packages
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Who we help
If SARS expects a return from you, we can file it
- Salary earners with medical aid, retirement annuities or more than one employer
- Freelancers, contractors and side hustlers
- Landlords with rental income
- Investors with local or offshore investments
- Crypto investors and traders
- Anyone with outstanding returns, SARS penalties or a verification letter
How it works
Your tax return in four steps
Most of the work is ours. Your part takes about 20 minutes and a few documents.
- 1
Book a 20-minute call
We learn about your income and circumstances and recommend the right plan.
- 2
Send your documents
Simple templates and a clear checklist. If something is missing, we follow up so you do not have to remember.
- 3
We prepare and review
A registered tax practitioner prepares your return and reviews it before anything goes to SARS.
- 4
We file and deal with SARS
We submit, send you the confirmation and handle any verification or follow-up from SARS.
Client reviews
Rated 4.7 from 48 Google reviews
Chris knows what he is talking about and was able to answer my questions directly and clearly, rather than trying to push me in a direction which I did not want. He and his staff are always extremely helpful.
I no longer have to worry about SARS or my tax. A huge burden has seamlessly been removed. Best decision I ever made.
I had a terrible experience with my previous tax consultants but since moving to CH Consulting they have resolved all my pending issues and handle my account with dedication and expertise.
Chris is exceptionally enthusiastic about his work and maintains a level of professionalism and integrity that I admire greatly. I will certainly continue making use of CH Consulting.
They helped me to understand my crypto tax situation and options in a clear and concise way. I can highly recommend them to anyone in need of tax services.
Thanks again Chris for your incredibly prompt turnaround times and outstanding professionalism. You and your team always go the extra mile to ensure that we meet deadlines.
Meet your tax practitioner
Chris Herbst, founder of CH Consulting
Chris has worked in tax since 2009 and founded CH Consulting in 2012. He holds the Chartered Business Accountant in Practice (CBAP) designation with the Chartered Institute for Business Accountants and the General Tax Practitioner (GTP) designation with the South African Institute of Taxation. He studied investment management, computer science and financial analysis at Stellenbosch University.
- CBAP, CIBA
- GTP, SAIT
- Stellenbosch University
- In tax since 2009
Questions
Personal tax return questions, answered
How much does a personal tax return cost?
Our fixed fees start at R2 495 (ex VAT) per tax year for a Basic return covering salary, medical aid and retirement annuities. Standard is R4 995 and adds local investments, rental income, home office and business income under R250 000. Premium is R9 995 and covers foreign income and investments plus a tax optimisation review. Every plan includes SARS verification support and an admin penalty remission application.
When is the 2026 tax return deadline?
For the 2026 tax year, non-provisional individual taxpayers must file their ITR12 by 23 October 2026. Provisional taxpayers have until 22 January 2027. Filing late can lead to monthly administrative penalties, so it is worth starting early.
SARS auto-assessed me. Do I still need a tax practitioner?
An auto-assessment is built only from the third-party data SARS already holds, such as your IRP5 and certificates from financial institutions. It can miss income SARS does not know about and deductions such as home office expenses or out-of-pocket medical costs. We review your auto-assessment and tell you whether to accept it or file a corrected return.
What happens if SARS selects my return for verification?
SARS will ask for supporting documents that confirm the figures on your return. Every plan includes verification support: we prepare the documents, submit them to SARS and follow up until the verification is finalised.
Can you help with outstanding returns or SARS penalties?
Yes. We file outstanding returns for prior years, and every plan includes an application to SARS to remit administrative penalties where you qualify.
What documents do I need to file my tax return?
Most salary earners need their IRP5, medical aid tax certificate and retirement annuity certificate. If you earn interest or have investments, add your IT3(b) and IT3(c) certificates. We send you a checklist and templates for everything else, such as rental income or home office expenses.
Do you only work with clients in Stellenbosch and Midrand?
No. We have offices in Stellenbosch and Midrand and work with clients across South Africa by video call and email.
Take tax off your plate this year
Book a 20-minute call. We will recommend the right plan and tell you exactly what we need from you.
