Free Business Tools and Calculators for South African Entrepreneurs
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Free Business Tools and Calculators for South African Entrepreneurs
BizAnswers offers free calculators built on official 2026/27 South African rates: VAT, PAYE, UIF contributions, turnover tax, SDL, Small Business Corporation tax, CIPC annual return fees and business loan repayments. Every tool reminds you to verify results with SARS or the relevant official source.
All free tools
Use the free tool →Free CIPC Annual Return Fee Calculator (2026)
Use the free tool →Free PAYE Calculator South Africa (2026/27 Tax Tables)
Use the free tool →Free SDL Calculator (Skills Development Levy)
Use the free tool →Free Small Business Corporation (SBC) Tax Calculator (2026/27)
Use the free tool →Free Turnover Tax Calculator (Micro Businesses, 2026/27)
Use the free tool →Free UIF Contribution Calculator (1% + 1%, 2026)
Use the free tool →Free VAT Calculator South Africa (15%, 2026 Thresholds)
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How to use these tools safely
These calculators use the official published rates for the 2026/27 tax year: VAT at 15% with the R2.3 million registration threshold, the 2026/27 PAYE brackets and rebates, UIF at 1% + 1% up to the R17,712 ceiling, turnover tax brackets up to R2.3 million, SDL at 1%, SBC rates, and legislated CIPC annual return fees. They are planning tools, not tax advice.
Always verify this information with official South African government sources. Rules, fees and thresholds change. Check SARS, CIPC, the Department of Employment and Labour or gov.za before you act.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these calculators free to use?
Yes, all BizAnswers tools are free to use as often as you like. They are planning aids using official published rates – always confirm important decisions with SARS, CIPC or a registered practitioner.
Which tax year do the calculators use?
The 2026/27 tax year (1 March 2026 to 28 February 2027), including the Budget 2026 changes such as the R2.3 million VAT and turnover tax thresholds and the adjusted PAYE brackets.
Can I rely on a calculator result for my tax return?
No. Use the result for planning and estimates. Your actual liability depends on your full circumstances, so verify with official SARS tables or a registered tax practitioner before filing.
Official sources
About BizAnswers: BizAnswers is a privately owned South African company – not a government department. Our guides are free to read and show you how to do things yourself through official channels. If you would rather have the paperwork handled for you, we assist individuals and businesses with filing their South African tax returns and staying compliant, which is a paid service, not a free government service. Contact us for help.
Last reviewed: September 2026 by the BizAnswers editorial team. How we write and check our guides.
