South African Invoice Template with VAT

This free template is tailored for South Africa, configured with ZAR currency, VAT tax settings, and A4 paper size.

The interactive invoice generator requires JavaScript. Below is a complete sample invoice preview and editable form.

Your business Name, address, contact details

Business name

Your name (optional)

Address

Phone

Website (optional)

License number (optional)

Logo

I charge sales tax / VAT / GST

Tax registration number Never use a Social Security number.

Second registration number

Remember my details on this device Saved only in this browser. Some browsers clear saved data if you don't visit for a while.

Customer Who is this invoice for?

Customer name

Contact or attention (optional)

Address

Phone (optional)

Email (optional)

Customer registration number (optional)

Add a job site address

Job site address

Invoice details Title, number, dates, terms

Document title

Invoice number

Invoice date

Payment terms

Due date

PO number (optional)

Job name (optional)

Items Line items, quantities, rates

Example prices. Replace them with yours.

Tax and totals Country rules, tax rates, discounts

Country

Prices include tax

Discount

Discount value

Amount paid

Payment and notes How to pay, terms, signature

Payment details

Notes

Add a customer signature line

Look and format ("More options") Color, paper, language, currencies

Accent color

Paper size

Label language

Number format

Date format

Currency

Column labels

Show labor and materials subtotals

Show "Made with template-invoice.com" at the bottom

Invoice check

0 missing

Total balance

$0.00

What a VAT invoice must show in South Africa

If you are registered

Your name, address and VAT number (Source: SARS )
Invoice number and date (Source: SARS )
Description and quantity (Source: SARS )
Issue within 21 days of the supply (Source: SARS )

Over 5000

Customer name and address, and VAT number if your customer is a VAT vendor (Source: SARS )

VAT rates in South Africa

Tax	Rate	Classification
VAT	Standard 15%	standard
VAT	Zero-rated	zero
VAT	Exempt	exempt

Rates and rules from SARS as of 2026-10-14. Check what applies to your business. This template does not constitute legal or tax advice.

For a complete checklist of invoice fields and requirements across countries, read our guide: What to include on an invoice →

Frequently asked questions about South Africa invoices

Is this South Africa invoice template free?

Yes, this invoice template is free to use with no account required, no subscription, and no watermark on generated PDF invoices.

Do I have to register for VAT in South Africa?

Registration thresholds depend on your business turnover and business structure according to SARS. Consult SARS for official registration criteria.

Can I add my business number or tax identifier?

Yes. Enter your official registration number in the header field, and the template will verify statutory rules against South Africa requirements.