Calculate monthly PAYE, UIF, and SDL deductions with a full net salary and cost-to-company breakdown using SARS 2026/2027 tax tables.
Accurate monthly PAYE based on current SARS tax tables and rebates
Employee and employer UIF contributions plus Skills Development Levy
Full breakdown of what an employee actually costs your business
Enter gross salary to calculate PAYE, UIF, SDL, and take-home pay
Enter employee details to see the full payroll breakdown
Common questions about PAYE, UIF, and SDL in South Africa
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How to Calculate PAYE in South Africa
How to calculate PAYE on salary in South Africa: annualise gross pay, apply SARS 2026/2027 brackets, subtract rebates and medical credits, divide by 12. Free PAYE calculator included.
How to Calculate UIF Contributions in South Africa
Learn how to calculate UIF contributions for employees in South Africa. Current rates, ceiling amounts, and employer obligations explained.
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PAYE (Pay As You Earn)
PAYE is the system through which employers deduct income tax from employees' salaries and pay it directly to SARS on their behalf each month.
IRP5 Certificate
An IRP5 is an employee tax certificate issued by employers in South Africa each tax year, summarising gross remuneration, PAYE deducted, pension contributions, medical aid, and other payroll deductions.
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Reviewed source data
PAYE calculations use SARS tables for the 2027 year of assessment. Effective from 2026-03-01. Last reviewed 2026-07-18.