Free South African
Calculators & Tools
Accurate calculators for everyday South African decisions. Updated for the 2026/2027 tax year.
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Salary & PAYE Calculator
Calculate your exact take-home pay after PAYE income tax and UIF. Includes medical aid credits and pension/RA deductions.
UIF Calculator
See how much UIF you and your employer contribute — and estimate your retrenchment benefit based on the sliding income replacement rate.
VAT Calculator
Add or remove South Africa's 15% VAT from any amount instantly. Works for VAT-inclusive and VAT-exclusive prices.
APS Score Calculator
Calculate your Admission Point Score from your matric results and see which SA universities and degrees you qualify for.
ID Number Decoder
Decode your 13-digit South African ID number — reveal your date of birth, age, gender, and citizenship status instantly.
Road Trip Cost Calculator
Exact fuel and toll cost for any SA route. Pick your vehicle, get a full breakdown of every toll gate and fuel spend.
Salary & Careers
What do South Africans earn?
Verified salary ranges for 18 professions — from software developers to civil engineers. Each page shows entry-to-senior ranges, take-home after PAYE, how to qualify, and what bursaries are available.
Thinking about studying?
Check your APS score against every major SA university's entry requirements — and see which degrees you qualify for.
Coming soon
More tools being built. Check back regularly.
Overtime Calculator
Exactly what you're owed for overtime, weekends, and public holidays under the BCEA.
Pro-Rata Salary Calculator
Calculate your partial-month pay when you start or leave mid-month.
RA Tax Benefit Calculator
How much tax do you save with a retirement annuity?
Retrenchment Calculator
Your legal severance package based on the CCMA formula.
Solar Power Sizer
Exact inverter and battery size for your loadshedding needs.
Customs Duty Calculator
SARS import tax on Shein, Temu, or Amazon orders.
Prepaid Electricity
How many kWh does your prepaid purchase buy?
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