Master VAT recovery in mining and manufacturing, covering diesel refunds, audit responses.
| Date | Venue | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 September 2026 | Live/Online | 1 Day |
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Maximize your VAT recovery potential in the mining and manufacturing sectors with this comprehensive two-day masterclass. This intensive program is designed for auditors, independent reviewers, company accountants and supporting staff, business owners, finance managers, VAT enthusiasts, and professional accountancy board exam candidates. Gain a deep understanding of VAT refund principles, including diesel refund registration, calculation, and filing, along with strategies for identifying reclaim opportunities and optimizing cash flow. Learn how to effectively respond to SARS verification notices, manage VAT audits, and navigate dispute procedures. This course will equip you with the knowledge and tools to comply with record-keeping requirements, develop a proactive VAT strategy, and ultimately improve your organization’s financial efficiency.
By the end of this Value Added Tax (VAT) training course, participants will be able to:
Comprehend VAT refund principles
Register for VAT diesel refund
Accurately calculate and file VAT returns i.r.o diesel refund
Identify VAT reclaim opportunities to improve cash flow
Respond to SARS verification notices and attend to any VAT audits
Lodge and file VAT related disputes with SARS
Comply with the record keeping and document requirements i.r.o diesel refund
Develop a forward-thinking VAT strategy to optimize tax liabilities and financial efficiency
Auditors,
Independent Reviewers
Company accountants and supporting staff
Business owners
Finance managers
Members of the public interested in VAT
Professional accountancy board exam candidates
Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:
– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.
Relevant legislation
Customs and Excise Act, Act No. 91 of 1964.
Value-Added Tax Act, No. 89 of 1991
The training examines in detail Note 6 of Part 3 of Schedule No. 6 to the Customs and Excise Act, Act No. 91 of 1964. The below key areas are covered, with illustrative examples and case studies:
Qualifying Activities
Process for Registration, Application & Claiming of the Diesel Refund
Scope of relevant Supporting Documents
Record keeping requirements
Dispute procedure
Which operations are affected?
On Land
Farming
Mining
Forestry
Off Shore
Commercial Fishing Vessels
Coasting Vessels
Off-Shore Mining
Vessels owned by the NSRI
Marine Industry Research Vessels
Coastal Patrol Vessels
Fibre-Optic Telecommunication Service Vessels
Harbour Vessels
Operated by Portnet
Used by in-port bunker barge operators
Rail
Locomotives used for rail freight
Electricity Generation Plants
Such plants with a generation capacity exceeding 200 Megawatt per plant.
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