VAT calculator for South Africa
South Africa is selected and the rate is 15%. Choose Add tax or Remove tax and type the amount.
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This page opens the VAT calculator with South Africa chosen as the country. The rate box shows 15%, and 15% is the only quick pick. The net price, the VAT and the total update as you type.
To find the VAT inside a price that already includes it, multiply the price by 15 and divide by 115. A total of R115 contains R15 of VAT on a R100 net price. Rates can change, so confirm the current rate with the tax authority before you use a figure on an invoice.
How to add or remove VAT
- Type the amount, then choose your country for its rate, or type the rate or tap a quick pick.
- Choose Add tax for a net price, or Remove tax for a gross price.
- Read the net, tax and gross figures. The main answer is highlighted.
Questions
How do I get the price without VAT?
Divide the VAT-inclusive price by 1.15. R230 divided by 1.15 is R200, and the VAT is the difference, R30.
How can I check the VAT on a till slip?
Choose Remove tax, type the total on the slip and compare the tax amount with the VAT the slip shows. Small differences can come from rounding.
What is the difference between net and gross?
Net is the price before tax. Gross is the price with the tax added on. Gross is always net plus the tax amount.
How do I add VAT to a price?
Multiply the net price by the rate written as a decimal, then add the result. At 20%, 100 × 1.2 = 120, so the tax is 20 and the gross price is 120.
How do I take VAT out of a price?
Divide the gross price by 1 plus the rate written as a decimal. Removing 20% from 120 gives 120 ÷ 1.2 = 100 net, and the tax is the difference, 20.
Is GST or sales tax worked out the same way?
The arithmetic is the same for any percentage tax added on top of a price. Which tax applies, which rate is right and how it is shown on an invoice depend on where you are, so check the official rules for your case.
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