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South Africa Tax Information

15% VAT

VAT is 15%. Registration mandatory above R1 million taxable supplies.

Event Planner Services to Invoice

  • Event planning
  • Venue sourcing
  • Vendor coordination
  • On-site management
  • Corporate events
  • Private parties
  • Virtual events

Invoice Requirements in South Africa

VAT number
Company registration
Client details
VAT (15%)
Total in ZAR

Payment Terms

Deposit to book, progress payments, balance before event.

Cash7 days30 daysEnd of Month

Payment Methods in South Africa

EFTInstant EFTCredit CardCashSnapScan

Event Planner Invoice Tips

  • Reference event date/venue
  • Include planning fees separately
  • Note vendor pass-through costs
  • Document guest count
  • Specify deliverables

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to event planner invoices in South Africa?

South Africa has 15% VAT. VAT is 15%. Registration mandatory above R1 million taxable supplies.

What payment methods are common for event planners in South Africa?

Common payment methods in South Africa include: EFT, Instant EFT, Credit Card, Cash, SnapScan. Deposit to book, progress payments, balance before event.

What should event planner invoices include in South Africa?

Your invoice should include: VAT number, Company registration, Client details, VAT (15%). For event planner services specifically, also include: Event planning, Venue sourcing, Vendor coordination.

How should event planners price services?

Flat planning fee, percentage of budget, or hourly. Corporate events often use flat fees.

Should planners pass through vendor costs?

Either pass through with markup (10-20%) or have client pay vendors directly.

What is South Africa's VAT rate?

15% on most goods and services. Basic food items are zero-rated.