Namibia PAYE calculator
See how much PAYE (income tax) your employer should deduct each pay day, what you take home, and how much extra tax a bonus will cost you.
Your PAYE
Estimates based on the individual tax rates below.
What your bonus costs in tax
Income tax rates used
Namibia taxes individuals on a sliding scale. Your bracket is highlighted after you calculate.
| Yearly income (N$) | Rate of tax |
|---|---|
| 0 to 100 000 | Not taxable |
| 100 001 to 150 000 | 18% for each N$ above 100 000 |
| 150 001 to 350 000 | 9 000 + 25% for each N$ above 150 000 |
| 350 001 to 550 000 | 59 000 + 28% for each N$ above 350 000 |
| 550 001 to 850 000 | 115 000 + 30% for each N$ above 550 000 |
| 850 001 to 1 550 000 | 205 000 + 32% for each N$ above 850 000 |
| Above 1 550 001 | 429 000 + 37% for each N$ above 1 550 000 |
Monthly PAYE on common salaries
Basic salary only, with no allowances or pension.
| Monthly salary | PAYE | Social security | Take-home pay |
|---|
How PAYE works
The basics behind your result.
What is PAYE?
PAYE means Pay As You Earn. Your employer takes income tax off your pay each pay day and pays it to the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA), so you do not owe one big amount at the end of the year.
How we work it out
We turn your pay into a yearly amount, take off your pension contributions, and apply the tax table. The yearly tax is divided by the number of pay days to give the PAYE for one pay period.
Social security
You also pay 0.9% of your basic salary to the Social Security Commission, up to a ceiling that rises in stages. It is separate from income tax. This page uses a ceiling of N$ 12 500 a month, so the most you pay is N$ 112.50.
Bonuses
A bonus is added to your yearly income, so it can push part of your pay into a higher bracket. We show the extra tax by working out your tax with and without the bonus.
Common questions
How much can I earn before paying PAYE?
The first N$100 000 of taxable income in a year is not taxed. That is about N$8 333 a month. Above that, tax starts at 18%.
Why is the tax on my bonus so high?
Your bonus is taxed at the rate for the top bracket your income reaches, not at your average rate. The bonus box above shows the exact extra tax for your numbers.
Why is my payslip different?
Employers can treat allowances, bonuses and benefits differently, and payslips include other deductions such as medical aid. Use this calculator as a guide and ask your employer how your PAYE is worked out.
Does my pension reduce my PAYE?
In this calculator, yes. Your pension contribution is taken off your taxable income. Limits can apply, so check the rules for your fund.
What if I work for more than one employer?
Each employer may deduct PAYE as if their pay were your only income. That can mean you owe more tax. Speak to NamRA or a tax practitioner about your situation.
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