Practical guides for South African businesses

Valid tax invoices in South Africa: a checklist

Check the details needed on SA tax invoices, invoice thresholds and issue timing, and what to do when a supplier document is incomplete.

New VAT rules in South Africa for 2026

The approved VAT registration thresholds changed in April 2026. Understand what changed, what stayed the same and why deregistration is not automatic.

Tax clearance certificate in South Africa: get a TCS PIN

Need tax clearance for a tender or supplier application? Learn how SARS Tax Compliance Status works, how to request a PIN and resolve issues.

Input VAT claims in South Africa

Learn when an SA business can claim input VAT, which documents it needs, and how to avoid claims for private or disallowed expenses.

Company tax rate in South Africa for 2026/27

See the 2026/27 company and SBC tax rates, understand taxable profit, and plan company returns and provisional tax.

Tax-Deductible Business Expenses in South Africa (2026)

What SARS lets small businesses deduct — with a full list, examples and the expenses that get disallowed.

Denied Input VAT: Expenses You Can't Claim in South Africa

The expenses SARS won't let you claim input VAT on — entertainment, motor cars and more — with examples.

Small Business Corporation (SBC) Tax Rates 2026/27

Does your company qualify as an SBC? Requirements, the current tax table and how much you could save.

VAT Return Due Dates in South Africa: 2026 Calendar

When your VAT201 is due for each VAT category, eFiling vs manual deadlines, and the penalties for filing late.

VAT Invoice Basis vs Payments Basis: Which Are You On?

Compare invoice-basis and payments-basis VAT to understand when tax becomes due. Plan cash flow around the rules that apply to you. Read the guide.

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Zero-Rated, Exempt and Standard-Rated: What's the Difference?

Compare zero-rated, exempt and standard-rated VAT. Learn how each affects input tax and registration thresholds. Read the guide to classify sales.

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VAT on Selling a Business: The Going-Concern Rule

Check when a business sale qualifies for zero-rated VAT and which terms must be recorded in writing. Avoid an unexpected tax bill. Read before signing.

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