What VAT applies when importing from Egypt into South Africa?

Import VAT of 15% is charged in South Africa on the goods plus freight plus duty.

🇿🇦Can a buyer in South Africa import from Egypt?🇪🇬

We track no embargo or sectoral sanctions programme covering this country pair. The ordinary rules still apply: customs, VAT and any product-specific permits in South Africa.

Tariffs and trade agreements

Yes: AfCFTA. Preferential or zero tariffs typically apply to qualifying goods with proof of origin.

AfCFTA: Continent-wide FTA covering 54 African states. Implementation status varies by country, see AFCFTA_IMPLEMENTATION. Source

Import requirements in South Africa

Import VAT in South Africa (B2B): Import VAT of 15% is charged in South Africa on the goods plus freight plus duty. SARS South Africa Duty depends on the HS code; put both into the landed-cost calculator.

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Frequently asked questions

Can a company in South Africa buy from a supplier in Egypt?: We track no embargo or sectoral sanctions programme covering this country pair. The ordinary rules still apply: customs, VAT and any product-specific permits in South Africa.
What VAT applies when importing from Egypt into South Africa?: Import VAT of 15% is charged in South Africa on the goods plus freight plus duty.
Do South Africa and Egypt share a trade agreement?: Yes: AfCFTA. Preferential or zero tariffs typically apply to qualifying goods with proof of origin.

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