Free resources
Free tax tools for
South Africans.
Calculators and plain-English guides you can use right now — no sign-up, no email required. Built by a registered tax practitioner for people who don't speak tax.
Calculators
Quick estimates using the current SARS tax tables.
Take-home pay calculator
See the PAYE that should come off your salary and what actually lands in your account.
OpenTax refund estimator
Find out whether SARS likely owes you money this filing season — or whether you'll owe them.
OpenBonus tax calculator
How much of your bonus or 13th cheque you keep after SARS takes its share.
OpenTwo-pot withdrawal calculator
What you'd actually receive if you withdraw from your savings pot, after tax and fees.
OpenMedical tax credit calculator
What your medical aid and out-of-pocket costs take off your tax bill.
OpenRetirement annuity saving calculator
How much tax a pension or RA contribution saves you, and how much room you have left.
OpenProvisional tax calculator (IRP6)
Estimate both your IRP6 payments if you earn freelance, rental or side income.
OpenGuides & checklists
The answers to the questions we get asked most.
Tax readiness checklist
A two-minute check that tells you which documents you need and how ready you are to file.
OpenWhy do I owe SARS money?
Debt collector called? Here's where SARS debt usually comes from and how to fix it.
OpenSARS deadlines calendar
Every date that matters for the tax year, in plain English, with the penalties attached.
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