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South Africa · 2026/27 · SARS

South African Tax Calculator

Every South African tax in one place — income tax, take-home pay, self-employed, crypto and VAT, in one trusted tool.

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2026/27

2026/27 tax brackets

18% to 45%, less the primary rebate (R17,820). VAT 15%.

Taxable incomeRate
R0 – R245,10018%
R245,101 – R383,10026%
R383,101 – R530,20031%
R530,201 – R695,80036%
R695,801 – R887,00039%
R887,001 – R1,878,60041%
Over R1,878,60045%

✔ Rates for the 2027 tax year (1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2027) verified 2 Aug 2026 against official sources.

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Official sources & legislation

Every figure traces back to the South African Revenue Service.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What can I calculate?

Income tax, take-home pay, self-employed/provisional, crypto CGT and VAT - all for 2026/27.

How is crypto taxed?

40% of a capital gain is included and taxed at your marginal rate; frequent trading may be taxed as income.

Is the rebate included?

Yes - the primary rebate (R17,820) is applied to your tax payable.

Is my data private?

Yes - everything runs in your browser; nothing is sent or stored.

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