Mandatory Online Traveller Declarations Understanding SARS' New Customs Declaration Requirements

In-house course

2.00
Attendance at this seminar will secure 2 hour/s verifiable CPD points including other professional bodies (SAICA, SAIBA, SAIT, SAIPA , ACCA, IACSA & IRBA).
JEANMARI VAN DER SCHYFF   jeanmari@probetatraining.co.za

From 1 July 2026, SARS has introduced a mandatory Online Traveller Declaration System as part of its Customs modernisation programme.

If you are travelling internationally, there is an important change you need to know before arriving at or departing from a South African port of entry.

This webinar will cover the following:

  • Overview of the new mandatory Online Traveller Declaration System effective 1 July 2026 
  • Who is required to submit an online traveller declaration 
  • When and how declarations must be submitted 
  • Information and documentation required to complete a declaration 
  • Goods, currency and other items that must be declared 
  • Understanding duty-free allowances and Customs thresholds 
  • VAT refunds for travellers and the declaration requirements 
  • Consequences of failing to declare or making an incorrect declaration 
  • Practical examples of common traveller scenarios and compliance risks 
  • Tips for avoiding delays, penalties and Customs disputes when entering or leaving South Africa

  • Audit mangers 
  • Audit partners
  • Auditors
  • Bookkeepers
  • Financial accountants
  • First year SAICA Trainees
  • Second year SAICA trainees
  • Third-year SAICA trainees
  • Fourth year SAICA trainees
  • Fifth year SAICA trainees
  • All levels SAICA trainees
  • Financial managers
  • Engagement quality control reviewers
  • Compliance officers