VAT Calculator South Africa (15%)
Add 15% VAT to a price, or work out the VAT already included in an amount. Instant, free, and set to the South African VAT rate.
South Africa's standard VAT rate is 15%. Some goods are zero-rated or exempt. 360books handles VAT on every invoice and builds your VAT201 automatically.
How to calculate VAT in South Africa
VAT (Value-Added Tax) in South Africa is charged at a standard rate of 15%. To add VAT to a price, multiply it by 1.15. To find the VAT included in a VAT-inclusive amount, divide by 1.15 to get the price excluding VAT, then subtract.
- Add VAT: VAT = amount × 15%; Total = amount × 1.15
- Remove VAT (extract): Excl = amount ÷ 1.15; VAT = amount − Excl
Frequently asked questions
What is the VAT rate in South Africa?
The standard VAT rate is 15%. Certain items (like brown bread, maize meal and other basic foods) are zero-rated.
How do I remove VAT from a price?
Divide the VAT-inclusive amount by 1.15. For example, R1,150 ÷ 1.15 = R1,000 excluding VAT, so the VAT portion is R150.
When must I register for VAT?
VAT registration is compulsory once your taxable turnover exceeds R1 million in any 12-month period, and voluntary from R50,000.
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