South Africa VAT Calculator
Calculate VAT for South Africa using the standard rate of 15.0%.
Standard Rate
15.0%
Reduced Rates
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Currency
ZAR (R)
VAT Calculator
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VAT in South Africa
South Africa applies a standard VAT rate of 15.0% on most taxable goods and services. There are currently no reduced rates; the standard rate applies uniformly to all taxable supplies. Businesses operating in South Africa that exceed the VAT registration threshold must charge VAT on their sales and file periodic returns with the tax authority.
When invoicing in ZAR, remember to clearly show the net amount, the VAT amount, and the gross total. This calculator pre-fills the 15.0% rate so you can quickly verify amounts on invoices and receipts without manual arithmetic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard VAT rate in South Africa?
The standard VAT rate in South Africa is 15.0%. This rate applies to most goods and services unless a reduced rate or exemption is specified.
Does South Africa have reduced VAT rates?
South Africa does not currently apply reduced VAT rates. The standard rate of 15.0% applies uniformly to taxable goods and services.
How do I add VAT to a price in South Africa?
To add VAT at 15.0%, multiply the net amount by 0.1500 and add the result to the original price. For example, on a R100 item the VAT would be R15.00, giving a gross price of R115.00.
How do I remove VAT from a price in South Africa?
To remove VAT at 15.0% from a gross price, divide the amount by 1.1500. The result is the net price before VAT. The difference between the gross and net amounts is the VAT component.
VAT Rates in Other Countries
United Kingdom20.0%Germany19.0%France20.0%Italy22.0%Spain21.0%Netherlands21.0%Belgium21.0%Austria20.0%Portugal23.0%Ireland23.0%Sweden25.0%Denmark25.0%Norway25.0%Finland25.5%Poland23.0%Switzerland8.1%Canada5.0%Australia10.0%New Zealand15.0%Japan10.0%South Korea10.0%India18.0%Singapore9.0%Brazil17.0%Mexico16.0%