Before the Assurance Visit Takes Place
The Tax Officer will contact you to arrange a suitable date and time to conduct the Visit. The officer will provide you with some general information, such as the scope of the assurance visit, periods under-reviewed, information /documents required from you to conduct the review.
Location And Materials
The Tax Officer will generally conduct the assurance visit on your premises. However, in some instances the tax officer may request that you bring in your books and records. It may also be necessary at times to make copies of your electronic records.
Time Involved
An Assurance Visit can take from a few hours to a few days to complete, depending on;
- The complexity of your business
- Your level of co-operation with the officers and;
- The state of your accounting records and related documents
