Freelancer Tax Guide Estimated reading: 1 minute 45 views Summary: Complete tax guide for South African freelancers, contractors and self-employed professionals. Learn about deductions, provisional tax, VAT registration and compliance. Freelancer Tax Guide – South Africa 2025/26 Master your freelancer tax obligations with Taxfy’s comprehensive guide for independent contractors, consultants, and self-employed professionals in South Africa. Who This Guide Is For Independent Contractors working for multiple clients Freelancers in creative, tech, and professional services Consultants providing specialist expertise Gig Workers earning from multiple platforms Part-Time Freelancers with employment + freelance income Tax Registration Requirements When You Must Register Annual Income > R1,000,000: Mandatory VAT registration Voluntary VAT: Register if income > R50,000 annually Income Tax: All freelancers must register for income tax Provisional Tax: Required if owing > R1,000 in previous year Essential Business Deductions Home Office Expenses Rent/Bond Portion: Based on office space percentage Utilities: Electricity, water, internet (proportional) Insurance: Home insurance portion for office Maintenance: Repairs and upkeep (proportional) Equipment & Technology Computers & laptops (business use only) Software subscriptions (Adobe, Microsoft, etc.) Professional tools specific to your trade Smartphones (if primarily for business) Provisional Tax Dates 2025/26 First Payment: 31 August 2025 Second Payment: 28 February 2026 Late Payment Penalty: 20% interest per annum Using Taxfy for Freelancer Taxes Upload IRP5 (if you have employment income) Add freelance income manually Include business deductions Get combined calculation Ready to optimize your freelancer tax position? Calculate your taxes now
