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South Africa Tax Information

15% VAT

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

Game Developer Services to Invoice

  • Game development
  • Level design
  • Game mechanics
  • Unity/Unreal work
  • Mobile games
  • VR/AR games
  • Game porting

Invoice Requirements in South Africa

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

Payment Terms

Milestone-based: prototype, alpha, beta, release. Publishers often Net 30-60.

Cash7 days30 daysEnd of Month

Payment Methods in South Africa

EFTInstant EFTCredit CardCashSnapScan

Game Developer Invoice Tips

  • Reference build versions
  • Include milestone deliverables
  • Document platform targets
  • Note engine licenses
  • Track asset creation

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to game developer 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 game developers in South Africa?

Common payment methods in South Africa include: EFT, Instant EFT, Credit Card, Cash, SnapScan. Milestone-based: prototype, alpha, beta, release. Publishers often Net 30-60.

What should game developer invoices include in South Africa?

Your invoice should include: VAT number, Company registration, Client details, VAT (15%). For game developer services specifically, also include: Game development, Level design, Game mechanics.

How to structure game dev payments?

Milestone payments: concept, prototype, alpha, beta, gold master.

Should engine licenses be included?

Pass through at cost or factor into project. Specify in contract.

What is South Africa's VAT rate?

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