Provisional Tax Calculator South Africa 2026
The 1st IRP6 payment (half your estimated annual tax) is due by 31 August; the 2nd payment by 28 February.
Uses SARS 2026/2027 rates, checked 29 July 2026.
Provisional Tax Calculator
Provisional Tax Estimate
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Provisional tax calculator South Africa — IRP6 deadlines
Provisional tax calculator South Africa: estimate IRP6 first payment (31 August) and second payment (28 February). Track SARS penalty risk for freelancers and business owners.
Provisional tax is paid in advance by anyone earning income beyond a single PAYE salary — freelancers, rental income, company directors, and business owners. Underestimating by more than 10% on the second return can trigger a 20% penalty.
See provisional tax deadlines and our how to file provisional tax guide.
Provisional Tax FAQ
Common questions about provisional tax in South Africa
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Provisional tax calculations reference the current South African tax year and SARS individual tax tables. Effective from 2026-03-01. Last reviewed 2026-07-18.