South Africa · ZAR · VAT 15%
South Africa Invoice Generator
Pick South Africa and the invoice sets itself up: VAT 15%, ZAR amounts, your VAT number and bank transfer or MTN MoMo SA, SnapScan details. Download a PDF in seconds, with no account and no watermark.
What an invoice in South Africa must include
- The words “Tax Invoice”
- Supplier’s name, address and VAT registration number
- Recipient’s name, address and VAT number (full tax invoice, over R5,000)
- Serial number and date of issue
- Full description of goods or services, quantity or volume
- Value of supply, VAT charged and total (or a statement that VAT is included at 15%)
Rules worth knowing
- For supplies over R5,000 a full tax invoice is required, including the buyer’s details and VAT number; at R5,000 or less an abridged tax invoice is enough.
- Compulsory VAT registration applies once taxable supplies exceed R2.3 million in 12 months (threshold raised from R1 million with effect from 1 April 2026).
VAT setups built in
| Setup | Printed on the invoice |
|---|---|
| VAT 15% | VAT 15% |
Tax authority: South African Revenue Service. Last checked 2026-09. Sources: SARS — Tax invoices · PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries — South Africa. Spotted something out of date? Email us and we’ll fix it.
This page is a practical summary, not tax advice. Check with SARS or an accountant if you’re unsure.
South Africa invoices — FAQ
Is this South Africa invoice generator really free?
Yes. There is no sign-up, no watermark and no limit. Invoices are created in your browser, and your details are saved on your own device, not on our servers.
What VAT should I put on an invoice in South Africa?
The tool offers these setups: VAT 15%. Pick the one that fits and adjust any rate. You can also add extra lines, including withholding that is subtracted from the total. Rates last checked 2026-09.
What must an invoice include in South Africa?
The words “Tax Invoice”; Supplier’s name, address and VAT registration number; Recipient’s name, address and VAT number (full tax invoice, over R5,000); Serial number and date of issue; Full description of goods or services, quantity or volume; Value of supply, VAT charged and total (or a statement that VAT is included at 15%).
Can I invoice in USD, EUR or GBP from South Africa?
Yes. The default is South African Rand (ZAR), but you can pick any currency in the Document section. Amounts and dates are formatted the way your client expects.
How can clients pay me?
Add bank transfer (with Branch code), or MTN MoMo SA, SnapScan, plus an optional online payment link (PayPal, Stripe, Wise) that prints as a QR code.