South Africa VAT calculator (15%)
Calculate South African Value Added Tax (VAT) at 15% standard rate or reverse-calculate pre-tax amounts from gross receipts for SARS VAT returns.
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About this tool
Calculate South African Value Added Tax (VAT) under the VAT Act 89 of 1991. Add 15% standard VAT to net amounts or extract pre-tax prices and VAT content from gross invoices and till slips for monthly or bi-monthly SARS VAT returns.
How to use it
- 1 Enter the monetary amount in South African Rand (R ZAR).
- 2 Choose "Add VAT" (exclusive to inclusive) or "Extract VAT" (inclusive to exclusive).
- 3 Select 15% standard rate or 0% zero-rated.
- 4 View the net amount, VAT content, and gross invoice total.
Questions
What is the standard VAT rate in South Africa?
The standard rate of Value Added Tax (VAT) in South Africa is 15%, which applies to most goods and services.
How do I calculate 15% VAT on an amount?
To add 15% VAT to a net amount, multiply by 0.15. To extract VAT from a gross total, divide the gross amount by 1.15 to find the net price, then subtract from the gross.
Is my data uploaded?
No. This tool runs in your browser, so your text and files never reach our server.
Is this tool free?
Yes. It’s free to use with no sign-up and no limits for normal use.
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