What is Sas
Overview
Sas is a subscription-based software service that helps organisations with data management, analytics and business intelligence tools.
It offers digital learning subscriptions and enterprise analytics products, sold and supported in South Africa via local offices.
Scope of this guide
This guide explains how to cancel Sas subscriptions in South Africa, what to expect about access and refunds, and practical next steps.
It also notes relevant consumer-rights context and customer experience summaries to set expectations.
How to cancel Sas
If you subscribed online or via the web
- Sign in to your Sas account or portal and locate Account, Subscriptions or Billing settings.
- Follow the in‑portal cancellation option (usually labelled Cancel Subscription, End Trial, or Manage Subscription).
- Confirm the cancellation and retain any confirmation number or email you receive.
If you purchased via a reseller or agent
- Contact the reseller or travel agent (if applicable) who sold the subscription to request cancellation.
- Reseller terms may apply; ask for confirmation of cancellation and any refund eligibility in writing.
- If the agent cannot help, contact Sas South Africa support or the local office for escalation.
What happens when you cancel
Access and service end
When a subscription is cancelled, access typically continues until the end of the current paid period unless otherwise stated.
Immediate termination may occur for trial-only accounts or where the contract specifies immediate cancellation.
Data, backups and exports
After cancellation you should export any essential data, reports or configurations as soon as possible.
Ask Sas support about data retention timelines and whether archived data remains retrievable after the subscription ends.
Will I get a refund?
General refund policy
Refund eligibility depends on the product's specific terms and the fare/rate rules that applied at purchase.
Some subscriptions or licences may be refundable, others non‑refundable or subject to a service fee.
Exceptions and special rules
- SAS offers a U.S. 24‑hour money‑back guarantee for purchases to/from the U.S.; this does not apply in South Africa.
- If Sas (the supplier) cancels a service, you may be offered a refund, credit or voucher depending on the situation.
- Taxes are generally refundable when applicable; check the invoice for tax treatment.
Sas plans and pricing
Available plan (verified)
The following plan and price are drawn from verified data provided for Sas digital learning.
Contact Sas South Africa for other product pricing and personalised quotes.
| Plan | Price (ZAR) | Period | Features |
| SAS 9.4 Foundation Learning Subscription (Digital Learning) | R20 000 per year (excl. VAT) | Annual | Unlimited access to e-learning courses (350+ hours); tutorials (70+); 2 practice exams |
Your consumer rights in South Africa
Cooling-off and online purchases
South African consumer law can provide a 14‑day cooling‑off period for some in‑person purchases from a seller's premises.
However, digital services and immediate‑use products bought online generally do not qualify for a statutory 14‑day right to cancel.
Practical recommendations
- Review the subscription terms and refund policy before purchase and keep documentation.
- If you believe a refund is owed and Sas does not respond, escalate to the vendor contact or local consumer protection bodies.
Customer experiences
Positive feedback
Some reviewers report successful resolutions and helpful support agents in limited cases.
Positive comments are relatively few but indicate that individual cases can be handled well.
Negative feedback
- Common complaints include slow or unhelpful customer service and long response times.
- Reviewers also report issues with refunds and booking or account errors in some cases.
For more user-submitted feedback see customer reviews (external).
Sas reviews on Trustpilot
Documentation checklist
Before requesting cancellation
- Account username or customer ID
- Invoice or order number showing purchase date and amount
- Terms and conditions or licence agreement copy (if available)
When you submit a refund or dispute request
- Proof of payment (credit card statement or receipt)
- Correspondence with support (emails, chat transcripts)
- Clear statement of requested remedy (refund, credit, or cancellation confirmation)
Common mistakes
Assuming automatic refunds
Many users assume cancelling always triggers a refund. Refunds depend on the specific product terms.
Always check whether the plan purchased is refundable before cancelling.
Not saving confirmation or data
Failing to save cancellation confirmations, invoices or exports of your data is a frequent issue.
Keep copies of all communications and back up data before the subscription ends.
Comparative recap
Quick comparison
The table below summarises common cancellation and refund outcomes for different purchase types and subscription conditions.
Use it to set expectations and plan next steps.
| Item | Cancellation method | Refund likelihood | Typical action |
| Direct Sas subscription (online) | Account portal or support request | Depends on plan terms; possible partial/full refund | Cancel in portal; retain confirmation; request refund if eligible |
| Purchase via reseller/agent | Contact reseller/agent first | Subject to reseller terms; lower likelihood without agent cooperation | Escalate to Sas South Africa if unresolved |
| Sas airline ticket (if applicable) | Use My Bookings on web/app or contact agent | Ticket‑dependent; taxes refundable; U.S. 24‑hour rule only for U.S. purchases | Follow My Bookings Cancel & Refund or contact travel agent |
After cancelling
Verify and document
Keep the cancellation confirmation and any reference numbers until all obligations are settled.
Monitor billing statements to ensure no further charges occur.
Where to find more information
For user experiences and community reports, see customer reviews and feedback.
Sas customer reviews (Trustpilot)
More reviews (Trustpilot)
Address
South Africa office (primary)
93 Central Street, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2198, South Africa
Contact local Sas office for account, billing and cancellation support or to request escalation details.
Notes on contacting
When contacting the office, provide your account ID, purchase invoice and a clear cancellation request.
Request written confirmation and estimated timelines for finalisation and any refund.