South Africa VAT Validator (SARS)

South Africa VAT Validator (SARS)

Enter 10 digits starting with 4, for example 4120142098. ZA is optional. The check digit is verified before contacting SARS.

SARS updates this database weekly. Newly registered vendors may not appear until the next update. Quick checks hide the company name. Create an audit to save the SARS result, timestamp and XML evidence and download a PDF certificate.

South Africa VAT Validator (SARS) — FAQ

What number should I enter?

Enter 10 digits starting with 4, for example 4120142098. ZA is optional. The check digit is verified before contacting SARS.

What does VALID (SARS) confirm?

Registered for VAT (SARS). SARS updates this database weekly. Newly registered vendors may not appear until the next update.

How current is the register?

SARS updates this database weekly. Newly registered vendors may not appear until the next update.

Why is the company name hidden?

Quick checks hide the company name. Create an audit to save the SARS result, timestamp and XML evidence and download a PDF certificate.

Can I use bulk checks and the API?

Yes. South African VAT numbers use the same validation API, CSV audits and scheduled monitoring. SARS does not issue a VIES consultation number.