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SARS Individual Income Tax Calculator

Estimate PAYE, UIF and take-home pay for a South African salary using the available SARS tax year tables.

Estimate your take-home pay

Enter your gross salary and select whether it is monthly or annual. Add your age band, tax year and any applicable retirement, travel allowance and medical scheme information.







Estimate only. Retirement contributions are limited to the year's cap; only 80% of any travel allowance is taxable; UIF is capped monthly.

Estimated take-home pay
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Taxable income (annual)
R0.00

PAYE
R0.00

UIF
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What the estimate includes

  • Individual income tax brackets and age-based rebates for the selected tax year
  • Medical scheme fees tax credits based on the details you enter
  • Retirement contributions, taxable travel allowance and the applicable UIF limit

What can change the result

Bonuses, fringe benefits, tax directives, payroll codes, deductions and income outside your salary can affect your actual tax and take-home pay.

Important disclaimer

This calculator provides a general estimate for information and educational purposes only. It is not a SARS assessment, payroll calculation, financial advice or tax advice.

The result depends on the information you enter and the tax tables available for the selected year. Your actual PAYE, UIF and take-home pay may differ because of payroll treatment, tax directives, fringe benefits, allowances, deductions, medical tax credits and other circumstances.

Do not submit a tax return, change payroll or make a financial decision based only on this result. Consult a registered tax practitioner about your circumstances.

Common questions

Which tax year should I choose?

Choose the SARS tax year that covers the salary period you are estimating. The available years depend on the published tables in the calculator.

Does this replace a payslip or payroll calculation?

No. The calculator is an educational estimate and does not account for every payroll code, employer policy or tax directive.

What if I earn income from other sources?

Speak to a registered tax practitioner if you receive bonuses, allowances, business income, rental income, foreign income or other amounts not covered by the calculator.

Need help with your actual tax position?

Bring your questions to a registered tax practitioner for advice based on your full circumstances.