South Africa VAT Calculator

1. 01Choose a modeAdd VAT starts from a net (pre-tax) price. Remove VAT starts from a gross (tax-inclusive) price. VAT amount shows the tax on a net price.
2. 02Enter the amountType the amount. The rate is set to the 15% standard rate; change it only for a reduced or special rate.
3. 03Read net, VAT, and grossThe tool shows all three figures at once, so you can copy the net, the tax, or the gross price you need.

• Tax invoicesAdd 15% VAT to a net amount to show the total a customer pays, or work back to the net from a gross figure.
• Checking a slipFind how much of a gross price is VAT to record the net and VAT separately.
• Small business pricingSet a net price and see the VAT-inclusive figure to display or quote.

• Add 15% VATA net price of R100 becomes R115, with R15 of VAT.
• Remove VATA gross price of R115 contains R115 ÷ 1.15 = R100 net, so the VAT is R15.
• VAT amount onlyOn a net price of R1,000, the VAT is R150.

VAT here is 15% of the price. To add VAT, multiply the net price by 1.15 (that is, 1 plus the 15% rate); the difference is the tax. To take VAT out of a VAT-inclusive price, divide by 1.15 to get the net, then subtract to find the tax. The VAT amount mode shows 15% of the net price. Net, tax, and gross update together.

South Africa keeps VAT at 15% (a planned increase for 2025 and 2026 was reversed), and zero-rates a list of basic food items. The standard rate of 15% is set by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) and is current as of July 2026 (sars.gov.za). Tooleem is not affiliated with SARS. Rates and rules can change, so check the official source before you rely on a figure.

The calculator has three modes: Add VAT (from a net price), Remove VAT (from a gross, tax-inclusive price), and VAT amount (the tax on a net price). It applies one rate at a time and defaults to the 15% standard rate. South Africa keeps VAT at 15% (a planned increase for 2025 and 2026 was reversed), and zero-rates a list of basic food items. Those other rates are not applied automatically, but you can type any rate manually.

This is an educational estimate for quick pricing, quotes, and invoice checks. It is not tax, accounting, or legal advice, and Tooleem is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by SARS or any government body. It applies a single rate and does not handle the detail of zero-rated and exempt supplies, registration thresholds, or special schemes. For registration, filing, or a business decision, use the South African Revenue Service (SARS) or a qualified tax professional.

Every calculation runs in your browser on your device. The amounts and rate you enter are never uploaded, stored, or sent to analytics, so pricing you are still working on stays private, and closing the tab clears everything.

What is the VAT rate in South Africa?

The standard South African VAT rate is 15%. A planned increase to 15.5% and 16% was reversed, so it stays at 15%. Some basic foods are zero-rated.

How do I add 15% VAT?

Multiply the net price by 1.15. For example, R100 becomes R115, with R15 of VAT.

How do I remove VAT from a gross price?

Divide the gross price by 1.15 to get the net, then subtract to find the VAT.

Is this official tax advice?

No. It is an educational estimate and is not affiliated with SARS. For a filing or business decision, use the official source or a qualified professional.

Is my data stored?

No. The calculation runs in your browser. Nothing you enter is uploaded, saved, or shared.