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PAYE is set for steady pay
Employers estimate tax on commission as if every month looked like this one. In strong months that can mean too much PAYE comes off, and the difference only comes back if your return claims it.
You earn commission. SARS may owe you money.
Estate agents, car salesmen, sales reps, and insurance brokers. If more than half your income is commission, SARS has probably been taking too much.
- File now — SARS pays first-in, first-out. Get your refund first.
- Every deduction claimed: travel, phone, home office, professional fees.
- No stress, no SARS. We deal with them, you get the refund.
Claim what's yours
2-minute sign-up. A commission-tax specialist calls you back.
Why commission earners overpay SARS
It isn’t your fault. It’s how the system treats irregular income.
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Deductions go unclaimed
Above the 50% line you can claim the costs of earning your commission: travel, phone, marketing and more. Without a logbook and records, most people leave thousands of rand with SARS.
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Commission returns get checked
Expense claims attract SARS verification. We prepare every claim with the supporting documents ready, so a query is a quick reply, not a crisis.
Filing season closes 23 October 2026. File early and get your refund sooner.
What we claim back for commission earners
Every claim must be a real cost of earning your commission, and backed by records. We check what applies to your role before anything goes on your return.
Want the detail behind each one? Read our guide to commission earners and tax in South Africa.
- Vehicle, fuel & travel (with logbook)
- Cell phone & data (business portion)
- Home office costs
- Professional body & subscription fees
- Marketing, advertising & signage
- Retirement annuity contributions
- Client entertainment (with proof)
- Training & CPD
Signing up: your questions
Every legitimate deduction, properly documented.
Who counts as a commission earner for tax?
SARS treats you as a commission earner for expense purposes when commission (code 3606 on your IRP5) makes up more than half of your total remuneration for the tax year. Below that, most work expenses can’t be claimed.
How do I sign up as a commission earner?
Fill in the sign-up form on this page. A commission-tax specialist contacts you to review your situation and start your return — the whole process can be done online, no office visit needed.
How quickly will I get my refund?
SARS pays first-in, first-out. Filing early in the season generally means your refund lands within weeks; returns filed near the deadline join a much longer queue.
What documents do I need to get started?
Your IRP5/IT3(a), medical aid and retirement annuity certificates, and your travel logbook if you receive a travel allowance or car allowance. Your specialist confirms exactly what applies to you.
What does it cost?
Your specialist gives you a clear quote before any work starts, based on how complex your return is.
I haven't filed in years — can you help?
Yes. We assist with outstanding returns, SARS debt and getting compliant while minimising penalties. The sooner you act, the smaller the exposure.
What is a tax directive, and do I need one as a commission earner?
A tax directive is SARS’s instruction to your employer on how much tax to deduct from irregular income like commission, instead of the standard averaging method that usually over-deducts. If you qualify, we apply for a fixed tax directive on your behalf so the right amount comes off each month — meaning less overpayment to claim back later.
Testimonials
What our clients say
"I just want to say a quick thank you for the efficient and professional service! You have made my tax returns easy and something that I now look forward to every year – especially when I get my refund from the TAX MAN!"
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"The continuous communication and update on the progress of your claims is excellent and the final result was a positive one... I highly recommended The TTT Tax Services to any individual or business that needs professional and fast service."
"After dealing with The TTT Tax Services I now look forward to each year's tax return, thanks to the consecutive amazing results, to me tax season is 13th paycheck time!"
