1 reviews | Active since Aug 2023
Disgusting service from sars agents!
I am writing to express my extreme dissatisfaction and disappointment with the appalling service I received from the South African Revenue Service (SARS) during a recent interaction. Despite my urgent need for assistance, I was met with a lack of empathy, unprofessionalism, and a blatant disregard for my time. I contacted the SARS call center numerous times to seek guidance on a pressing matter related to my tax obligations. Unfortunately, my experience was marred by a series of unacceptable events. After being placed on hold for an inordinate amount of time, I was abruptly disconnected without any resolution or explanation. To add insult to injury, the agents failed to return my call or provide any form of follow-up, leaving me in a state of uncer*****y and frustration. As a taxpayer, I expect a certain level of service and respect from the authorities responsible for collecting revenue. It is disheartening to encounter such a lack of accountability and disregard for the public's time. The absence of a callback or even a courtesy message to acknowledge my initial inquiry is a clear indication of the lack of empathy and professionalism displayed by the SARS agents involved. I urge you to take immediate action to address this issue and ensure that your agents are equipped to provide the necessary support to taxpayers in a timely and respectful manner. I request a prompt resolution to my initial inquiry. Furthermore, I suggest that SARS implements a more effective system to handle calls, including a callback mechanism to prevent such incidents from recurring in the future. I would appreciate a response regarding the actions you will take to address my concerns and prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. If I do not receive a satisfactory response within the next 7 days, I will be forced to escalate this matter further and make a bigger noise.
Regards, Shumiera
