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Yes. The executor of the estate is responsible for submitting tax returns on behalf of both the deceased person, as at the date of death, as well as for the deceased estate, from date of death until the estate is finalised. The executor of the estate has an obligation to make sure that all tax returns are up to date with the South African Revenue Services (SARS). NB: If the deceased was a pensioner at the time of death, or even a few years prior, tax returns must still be submitted to SARS so that SARS can advise the executor that all taxes are in order and issue a Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC) for the estate.