The South African Value Added Tax (VAT) is set to increase by 0.5% as of 01 May 2025.
Here we will:
- Provide you with information sourced from the South African Revenue Service (SARS);
- Offer additional information relating to the change on the NightsBridge blog;
- Direct you to how-to guides on updating your NightsBridge invoice templates in preparation for the VAT increase.
1. Official communication from SARS
Download the two information guides made publicly available by SARS below.
2. Additional information
We have compiled a blog post on the upcoming VAT increase which you can read here.
3. How-to guides
Follow the two how-to guides found here to ensure that your Excel templates are updated correctly in preparation for the VAT increase on 1st May.
4. Email Communication
Keep an eye on your email inbox for additional communication and guidance from NightsBridge.
Here are links to past emails send by NightsBridge on the VAT increase.
📧 11 April - Here’s what to do in the meantime
📧 14 April - You need to change the % on your templates ON THAT DAY