South Africa’s medical tax credits directly reduce your PAYE — R376 per month for the main member and first dependant in 2026/27. This guide covers both the fixed MTC and the additional medical expenses credit (AMTC), with separate rules for under-65s, over-65s, and disability claimants.
South Africa’s UIF gives retrenched workers up to 12 months of income replacement and new mothers up to 121 days of maternity pay. This guide covers the 1% contribution rate, the R17,712 ceiling, all five benefit types, the payout formula, and how to claim online or in person.
South Africa has seven progressive tax brackets for 2026/27, ranging from 18% on the first R245,100 to 45% on income above R1,878,600. This guide covers every bracket, the 3.4% inflationary adjustment, rebates, medical credits, UIF, the retirement deduction increase, and what VAT at 16% means for your money.
