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.
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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.
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Read more How to check company directors in South Africa
Find company directors through official CIPC searches and disclosures. Learn what the record proves, person searches and when to investigate further.
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Read more CIPC vs SARS: the difference for your business
CIPC registers and maintains companies. SARS handles tax. Learn which filings belong to each and why compliance with one does not cover the other.
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Read more Why CIPC Requests More Information on Applications
Find out why CIPC requests additional information on company applications and amendments, and how to prepare your filing so it goes through first time.
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Read more Restaurant accounting in South Africa
Organise restaurant sales, delivery payouts, stock, tips, payroll and VAT. Learn which reports help an SA owner understand profit and cash.
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Read more Input VAT claims in South Africa
When an SA vendor can claim input VAT, the invoice rules, notional input tax on second-hand goods, and the 5-year limit for late claims.
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Read more Memorandum of incorporation in South Africa
Understand your company MOI, standard and customised versions, share rights, amendments and how it differs from a shareholders agreement.
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Read more Business licences in South Africa: what to check
Find out how CIPC registration differs from a business licence, which approvals may apply, and how to check local requirements before trading.
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Read more 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.
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Read more Public interest score in South Africa: what it means
Understand the inputs behind a company public interest score and how it relates to financial statements, audits and independent reviews.
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Read more How to check your CIPC compliance status
AR compliant means your CIPC annual returns are up to date. Learn how to check your company status, annual returns and beneficial ownership.
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