SOUTH AFRICA • 15% VAT

VAT invoice calculator

Turn a price into a clear VAT breakdown. Useful for quotes, invoices and everyday checks.

Calculate your total

How South African VAT works

The standard VAT rate in South Africa is 15%. If your price excludes VAT, multiply it by 1.15 to get the inclusive total. If it already includes VAT, divide it by 1.15 to find the amount before VAT.

Add VAT

R1,000 excluding VAT becomes R1,150. The VAT portion is R150.

Remove VAT

R1,150 including VAT contains R150 VAT and R1,000 before VAT.

For invoices

Show the subtotal, VAT amount and final total separately so your customer can check the calculation.

This calculator is an estimate for standard-rated supplies, not tax or accounting advice. Check your circumstances with a registered tax practitioner.

VAT guides for South African businesses

Clear explanations for the questions that come up before you send an invoice or complete a return.

VAT inclusive vs exclusiveUnderstand the two price formats.Calculate VAT from a totalExtract VAT from an inclusive price.VAT invoice checklistKey details to check before issuing.VAT on discountsWork out discounted invoice totals.Zero-rated vs exempt VATWhy the distinction matters.VAT registration thresholdCurrent SARS thresholds explained.