Definition
The primary application form for registering as an importer or exporter with SARS. Completion of this form (now largely processed through the RLA digital system) is a legal requirement before any commercial importation or exportation activity can take place.
Frequently asked questions
What is DA 185?
The primary application form for registering as an importer or exporter with SARS. Completion of this form (now largely processed through the RLA digital system) is a legal requirement before any commercial importation or exportation activity can take place.
Which glossary terms are related to DA 185?
DA 185 is a customs & sars term in the South African import/export industry. Related terms in the same area include 70707070 (Customs Code), Ad Valorem Duty, AEO (Authorised Economic Operator), Anti-Dumping Duty, B-BBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) — each has its own plain-English definition in the TradeCaravan glossary.