- VAT remains at 15% with no proposed rate changes.
- The compulsory VAT registration threshold will increase from R1 million to R2.3 million.
- The voluntary VAT registration threshold will increase from R50,000 to R120,000.
- These changes take effect from 1 April 2026.
- The adjustments aim to reduce administrative burdens for smaller businesses.
Source: grantthornton.co.za
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