South Sudan PAYE
Calculator 2025/26

NRA progressive tax (0%–20%) with an SSP 20,000 monthly exemption. NSIF is shown separately from PAYE.

✦ Includes AI Advisor NRA 2025/26 Verified Social Security · NRA SSP · South Sudanese Pound

Last verified: 6 April 2026 · Source: NRA Financial Act FY 2023/24 · National Social Insurance Fund Act 2023 · Ministry of Labour

Also see: South Sudan VAT Calculator

2025/26 Key Facts: Financial Act FY 2023/24 raised the monthly exemption to SSP 20,000. PAYE bands: 0% up to SSP 20,000; 5% on SSP 20,001–40,000; 10% on SSP 40,001–57,000; 15% on SSP 57,001–90,000; 20% above SSP 90,000. NSIF contributions are 8% employee + 17% employer and are shown separately from PAYE.

Enter Your Details South Sudanese Pound · SSP
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Monthly Gross Salary SSP 1,500,000
SSP 100,000SSP 20,000,000
Or type exact monthly amountBefore any deductions
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Social Security
8% employee — shown separately
Secondary Employment
Flat 30% no deductions

NSIF employee contribution (8%) is shown as a separate payroll deduction. PAYE is modeled on gross wages, while employer NSIF (17%) is shown as an additional employer cost.

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SSP 0
After PAYE, Social Security & all deductions
Effective Tax Rate 0%

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South Sudan PAYE Tax Guide 2025/26

South Sudan uses a progressive PAYE system administered by the National Revenue Authority (NRA). The Financial Act FY 2023/24 raised the monthly exemption to SSP 20,000 and replaced the earlier three-band schedule with a five-band structure running from 0% to 20%.

Employers must withhold PAYE monthly and remit to the NRA by the 15th of the following month. Separately, the National Social Insurance Fund Act 2023 provides for 8% employee and 17% employer social insurance contributions on gross wages. These are shown separately from PAYE on this page.

The table below shows the current NRA monthly tax bands. This calculator applies the Financial Act FY 2023/24 band structure to monthly gross salary and shows the resulting PAYE, employee NSIF deduction, and employer payroll cost.

South Sudan Tax Bands

Monthly Gross (SSP) Rate Tax on Band
SSP 0 – 20,0000%Exempt
SSP 20,001 – 40,0005%Up to SSP 1,000
SSP 40,001 – 57,00010%Up to SSP 1,700 on this band
SSP 57,001 – 90,00015%Up to SSP 4,950 on this band
Above SSP 90,00020%20% on excess above SSP 90,000
South Sudan Tax FAQ

Common PAYE Questions

What are the South Sudan PAYE tax bands for 2025/26?

Five monthly bands apply under the Financial Act FY 2023/24: 0% up to SSP 20,000; 5% on SSP 20,001–40,000; 10% on SSP 40,001–57,000; 15% on SSP 57,001–90,000; and 20% above SSP 90,000.

Is there a tax-free threshold in South Sudan?

Yes. The Financial Act FY 2023/24 raised the monthly exemption to SSP 20,000. PAYE starts at 5% on wages above that threshold.

What social security contributions apply in South Sudan?

Employees contribute 8% of gross salary to the National Social Insurance Fund (NSIF). Employers contribute 17%. These are separate from PAYE — social security contributions are not deductible from taxable income for PAYE purposes.

When must employers pay PAYE to the NRA?

PAYE must be filed and paid to the National Revenue Authority (NRA) by the 15th of the month following the payroll month. Late payments attract penalty interest. Employers must submit a monthly PAYE return even if no tax is due for that period.

Who administers PAYE in South Sudan?

The National Revenue Authority (NRA) administers income tax collection in South Sudan. Employers are responsible for withholding PAYE from employee salaries each month and remitting to the NRA. The NRA also oversees the NSIF social insurance contributions.

Are there any PAYE exemptions or deductions available?

South Sudan's PAYE system is relatively straightforward. The current exemption is SSP 20,000 per month, and certain approved pension contributions may be deductible under the Financial Act FY 2023/24. Verify employer-specific deductions with the NRA.

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Sources & Verification

Primary materials used for the current PAYE model on this page.

Verified 6 April 2026 Standard payroll case

This calculator models the standard payroll case. Employer-specific deductions or approved pension deductions can still vary.