Tax Threshold in South Africa
What is the tax threshold for 2022 in South Africa?
The table shows the tax threshold:
| Age | Tax Year | |
| 2023 | 2022 | |
| Under 65 | R91 250 | R87 300 |
| 65 an older | R141 250 | R135 150 |
| 75 and older | R157 900 | R151 100 |
What will be the possible tax threshold for 2023 in South Africa?
For the 2023 year (1 March 2022 – 28 February 2023)
- R91 250 if you are younger than 65 years.
- If you are 65 years of age to below 75 years, the tax threshold (i.e. the amount above which income tax becomes payable) is R141 250.
- For taxpayers aged 75 years and older, this threshold is R157 900.
What is the tax threshold for 2022 in South Africa?
For the 2022year (1 March 2021 – 28 February 2022)
- R87 300 if you are younger than 65 years.
- If you are 65 years of age to below 75 years, the tax threshold (i.e. the amount above which income tax becomes payable) is R135 150.
- For taxpayers aged 75 years and older, this threshold is R151 100.
What was the tax threshold for 2021 in South Africa?
The 2021 year of assessment (1 March 2020 – 28 February 2021)
- R83 100 if you are younger than 65 years.
- If you are 65 years of age to below 75 years, the tax threshold (i.e. the amount above which income tax becomes payable) is R128 650.
- For taxpayers aged 75 years and older, this threshold is R143 850.
How much can you earn in South Africa without paying tax?
Generally, in South Africa, if you earn less than R83,100 annually (less than R128,650 if you’re older than 65, or less than R143,850 if you’re over 75), you don’t have to pay income tax.
How much do you have to earn to submit a tax return in South Africa 2021?
If you earn under R350 000 for a full year from one employer (total salary income before tax) and have no other sources of additional income (for example, interest or rental income) and no deductions that you want to claim (for example medical expenses, travel or retirement annuities), then you don’t need to submit a return.
How can I avoid paying tax in South Africa?
The following are possible ways you can avoid paying tax in South Africa:
- Open up a Tax Free Savings Account.
- Contribute towards a retirement fund.
- Donate to a SARS registered charity.
- Join a Medical Aid Scheme.
- Keep a logbook if you receive a travel allowance.
- Keep a logbook if you drive a company car.
- Claim commission related expense if you are a commission earner.
