Free credit note generator (South Africa)
Refund or correct an invoice properly — a SARS-aware credit note that references the original invoice, with VAT handled. Print or save as a PDF.
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Credit Note
CN-0001 · 2026-10-07
Ref: INV-0001
Thandi Mokoena Design
12 Long Street, Cape Town, 8001
Bill to
Acme (Pty) Ltd
1 Sandton Drive, Sandton, 2196
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credit against INV-0001 — service cancelled | 1 | R 5 000.00 | R 5 000.00 |
SubtotalR 5 000.00
VATNot VAT registered
Total creditR 5 000.00
This credit relates to invoice INV-0001 and will be settled by refund or deduction from your next invoice within 7 days. Keep it with the original invoice for SARS purposes.
How to use it
- 1.Enter the original invoice number and date.
- 2.List what is being credited — a refund, discount or cancelled item.
- 3.VAT is reversed at 15% if the original invoice included VAT.
- 4.Print or save as PDF and keep it with the original invoice.
Questions
- When do I need a credit note?
- When you refund, discount or cancel something already invoiced. Never edit or delete an issued invoice — issue a credit note instead.
- Does a credit note need to reference the invoice?
- Yes. It should identify the original invoice so both sides' records match.
- Is this credit note generator really free?
- Yes. It runs in your browser, needs no sign-up and nothing you type is stored by us.
- How do I save it as a PDF?
- Press Print, then choose “Save as PDF” as the printer. The layout is set up for A4.
In the Starter Kit
The editable credit note template and Section 21 VAT notes