Summary
Understand which Sage VIP Classic and Sage VIP Premier software version to use for the mid-year reconciliation submission to the South African Revenue Service (SARS).
Description
Install the latest payroll software version to ensure compatibility with SARS e@syFile™ Employer software for interim reconciliation submissions.
Resolution
Current submission period (March to August 2025)
- Update your payroll software to Release 6.5a (available mid-September 2025)
- This update includes:
- New IRP5 codes and SARS validations for the tax year
- Compatibility with the latest e@syFile™ Employer software
- Download the update from the Sage Portal
TIP: Update your system after starting a new pay period in all companies. Do this before paying employees or printing final reports.
Previous submission periods
- March to August 2024 – Release 6.3a (September 2024)
- March to August 2023 – Release 6.0a (September 2023)
- March to August 2022 – Release 5.9a (September 2022)
- March to August 2021 – Release 5.7a (September 2021)
- March to August 2020 – Release 5.5a (September 2020)
- March to August 2019 – Release 5.3a (September 2019)
- March to August 2018 – Release 5.1a (September 2018)
- March to August 2017 – Release 4.9a (September 2017)
- March to August 2016 – Release 4.7a (September 2016)
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