What is the Value Added Tax (VAT) rate in South Africa in 2025?

The standard Value Added Tax (VAT) rate in South Africa is 15% as of 2025. Standard rate 15% (raised from 14% in April 2018). Zero-rated supplies include basic foodstuffs and exports.

How do I remove Value Added Tax (VAT) from a South Africa price?

Divide the gross by 1.15. Select "Remove tax" mode — the calculator will automatically extract the 15% tax from the entered gross price and show you the net amount.

Is my data sent anywhere when I use this calculator?

No. All Value Added Tax (VAT) calculations run entirely in your browser using JavaScript. No amounts, inputs or personal data are ever transmitted to any server.

Are there reduced Value Added Tax (VAT) rates in South Africa?

No. South Africa applies a single standard rate of 15% with no reduced rates for this calculator.

South Africa VAT Calculator (Value Added Tax) 2025

South Africa Value Added Tax (VAT) Calculator 2025

South Africa charges Value Added Tax (VAT) at a standard rate of 15% as of 2025.

Enter an amount below to instantly add tax to a net price or extract tax from a gross (tax-inclusive) price. Choose the mode, optionally adjust the rate to a reduced rate, and read the full net / tax / gross breakdown. The tool runs entirely in your browser — no amounts or personal data are transmitted.

Standard rate 15% (raised from 14% in April 2018). Zero-rated supplies include basic foodstuffs and exports.