Selected SARS service centres are opening on specified Saturdays during the 2026 individual filing season. Most participating offices operate from 08:00 to 13:00, while the listed North West branches generally close at 12:00.
SARS updated the schedule on 24 August 2026 and specifically asked taxpayers to note changes affecting Gauteng. The Saturday service is intended to help taxpayers file before the 23 October 2026 deadline for non-provisional individual tax returns.
Quick answer
Important: A SARS branch is not necessarily open every Saturday. Check the exact branch and date before travelling because SARS may revise the schedule again.
What changed in the August 24 SARS update?
The latest SARS notice changes the Saturday-opening schedule for selected Gauteng service centres. It does not make every SARS office available every weekend.
The revised Gauteng schedule includes:
Alberton: Every Saturday in September, followed by 3, 10 and 17 October
Pretoria CBD: 12 and 26 September, followed by every Saturday in October
Doringkloof: 29 August, every Saturday in September, and 3, 10 and 17 October
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SARS Offices Open on Saturdays in 2026: Updated Dates
Aug 5, 2026
Aug 24, 2026
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Selected SARS service centres are opening on specified Saturdays during the 2026 individual filing season. Most participating offices operate from 08:00 to 13:00, while the listed North West branches generally close at 12:00.
SARS updated the schedule on 24 August 2026 and specifically asked taxpayers to note changes affecting Gauteng. The Saturday service is intended to help taxpayers file before the 23 October 2026 deadline for non-provisional individual tax returns.
Quick answer
Item | Details |
Service | Saturday assistance at selected SARS service centres |
Latest schedule update | 24 August 2026 |
Main Saturday hours | 08:00–13:00 |
Selected North West hours | 08:00–12:00 |
Non-provisional individual deadline | 23 October 2026 |
Online filing | SARS eFiling or SARS MobiApp |
Official schedule |
Important: A SARS branch is not necessarily open every Saturday. Check the exact branch and date before travelling because SARS may revise the schedule again.
What changed in the August 24 SARS update?
The latest SARS notice changes the Saturday-opening schedule for selected Gauteng service centres. It does not make every SARS office available every weekend.
The revised Gauteng schedule includes:
Alberton: Every Saturday in September, followed by 3, 10 and 17 October
Pretoria CBD: 12 and 26 September, followed by every Saturday in October
Doringkloof: 29 August, every Saturday in September, and 3, 10 and 17 October
Edenvale: 19 and 26 September
Springs: 12 and 19 September, followed by 10 and 17 October
Unless a different time is shown, these offices are scheduled to operate from 08:00 to 13:00.
Gauteng SARS offices open on Saturdays
SARS service centre | Upcoming Saturday dates | Hours |
Alberton | 5, 12, 19 and 26 September; 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
Springs | 12 and 19 September; 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
Ashlea Gardens | 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
Pretoria CBD | 12 and 26 September; every Saturday in October | 08:00–13:00 |
Newtown, Johannesburg | 5, 19 and 26 September; 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
Doringkloof | 29 August; 5, 12, 19 and 26 September; 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
Edenvale | 19 and 26 September | 08:00–13:00 |
SARS expressly highlighted changes to the Gauteng schedule in its 24 August update. Taxpayers using Pretoria CBD should confirm the individual October date on the official page before travelling because the notice describes October as all Saturdays.
Eastern Cape SARS offices open on Saturdays
SARS service centre | Upcoming Saturday dates | Hours |
Mthatha | 3, 10, 17 and 24 October | 08:00–13:00 |
East London | 3, 10, 17 and 24 October | 08:00–13:00 |
Gqeberha | 3, 10, 17 and 24 October | 08:00–13:00 |
Kariega | 3, 10, 17 and 24 October | 08:00–13:00 |
The 24 October sessions fall one day after the 23 October non-provisional filing deadline. They should not be treated as an extension of the filing deadline.
Mpumalanga SARS offices open on Saturdays
SARS service centre | Upcoming Saturday dates | Hours |
Mbombela | 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
eMalahleni | 5, 12 and 19 September; 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
Standerton | 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
North West SARS offices open on Saturdays
The participating North West offices generally operate from 08:00 to 12:00, one hour shorter than most centres in the schedule.
SARS service centre | Upcoming Saturday dates | Hours |
Rustenburg | 29 August; 12 and 26 September; 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–12:00 |
Mmabatho | 26 September; 10 and 17 October | 08:00–12:00 |
Klerksdorp | 5 and 19 September; 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–12:00 |
SARS says the Klerksdorp Saturday service is limited to return submissions, updates to taxpayer details and eFiling contact-detail changes.
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Western Cape SARS offices open on Saturdays
SARS service centre | Upcoming Saturday dates | Hours |
Cape Town | 29 August; 26 September; 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
Bellville | 29 August; 26 September; 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
Mitchells Plain | 29 August; 26 September; 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
Paarl | 29 August; 26 September; 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
Worcester | 29 August; 26 September; 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
Beaufort West | 29 August; 26 September; 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
George | 29 August; 26 September; 3, 10 and 17 October | 08:00–13:00 |
All dates and hours above come from the official SARS Saturday-opening schedule. Check that page again on the day before your planned visit in case SARS makes another operational change.
Is every SARS office open on Saturdays?
No. Saturday service is available only at the branches and on the dates listed by SARS.
Normal weekday hours do not prove that a branch will open on a Saturday. Google Maps, third-party directories and older social-media posts may also show outdated information. Use the official SARS schedule as the final reference.
What help can I get at a SARS branch on Saturday?
SARS introduced the Saturday openings to assist taxpayers during the individual income-tax filing season. Depending on the branch and the taxpayer's circumstances, assistance may involve:
Filing an individual income-tax return
Accessing or updating an eFiling profile
Correcting registered contact details
Understanding a SARS notice or filing requirement
Submitting information required to complete a return
Receiving guidance about an auto-assessment
Services may differ by branch. Klerksdorp, for example, has a specifically limited Saturday-service list. Confirm that the branch can handle your request before making a long journey.
What should you take to the SARS office?
Bring the documents relevant to the service you need. These may include:
Your valid South African ID, passport or other accepted identification
Your income-tax reference number
Your eFiling username if you already have an account
The cellphone and email address registered with SARS
IRP5 or IT3(a) employee tax certificates
Medical-scheme and retirement-annuity tax certificates
Bank, investment, rental-income or capital-gains records where applicable
Proof of deductions claimed
Any SARS letter, case number or verification request connected to your visit
Correct banking information if SARS has requested banking verification
Do not give an unofficial helper your eFiling password, banking PIN or one-time PIN.
Can you file online instead of visiting a branch?
Yes. Most taxpayers can submit a return through the official SARS eFiling portal or the SARS MobiApp without visiting a service centre.
To file through eFiling:
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Sign in to your SARS eFiling profile.
Open the Personal Income Tax section.
Select the 2026 ITR12 return.
Review the information already populated by SARS.
Add or correct missing income, deductions and other required details.
Use the tax-calculation option to review the estimated result.
Submit the return.
Save the submission confirmation and Notice of Assessment.
If you received an auto-assessment and all the information is correct, SARS says no additional return submission is required. If it is incomplete or inaccurate, correct and submit the return by the deadline that applies to you.
SARS individual filing deadline for 2026
The deadline for a non-provisional individual taxpayer who was not auto-assessed is:
Friday, 23 October 2026
The Saturday-opening programme does not change or extend this deadline. SARS lists the following main dates for the 2026 filing season:
Taxpayer category | Filing period |
Auto-assessment notices | 1–12 July 2026 |
Non-provisional individuals not auto-assessed | 13 July–23 October 2026 |
Provisional taxpayers not auto-assessed | 13 July 2026–22 January 2027 |
Trusts | 19 September 2026–22 January 2027 |
The dates are confirmed in SARS's official Filing Season 2026 update.
Before travelling to a SARS branch
Complete these checks first:
Confirm that your preferred branch appears on the official Saturday schedule.
Check the exact date and closing time.
Confirm whether the service you need is offered at that branch.
Prepare your identification, tax records and SARS correspondence.
Check whether you can complete the task through eFiling or the MobiApp instead.
Recheck the SARS website shortly before leaving for possible schedule changes.
Arrive early. A branch being scheduled to close at 13:00 does not guarantee that a taxpayer arriving just before closing can complete a lengthy filing or verification process.
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Frequently asked questions
Are SARS offices open every Saturday in 2026?
No. Only selected service centres open on specific Saturdays listed by SARS.
What time does SARS open on Saturday?
Most participating branches open from 08:00 to 13:00. Rustenburg, Mmabatho and Klerksdorp are listed from 08:00 to 12:00.
Is SARS Pretoria open on Saturdays?
Pretoria CBD is scheduled to open on 12 and 26 September and every Saturday in October. Doringkloof is open on 29 August, every Saturday in September, and 3, 10 and 17 October. Verify the date on the official schedule before travelling.
Is SARS Alberton open on Saturdays?
Yes. Alberton is listed for 5, 12, 19 and 26 September, followed by 3, 10 and 17 October 2026, from 08:00 to 13:00.
Is SARS Edenvale open on Saturdays?
The August 24 Gauteng update lists Edenvale for 19 and 26 September 2026, from 08:00 to 13:00.
Do I need to visit SARS to submit my tax return?
Usually not. Most individuals can file through SARS eFiling or the SARS MobiApp. A branch visit may be useful when you cannot access your profile, need help with the return or must resolve a matter that cannot be completed online.
Did the Saturday schedule extend the tax deadline?
No. The non-provisional individual filing deadline remains 23 October 2026.
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