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South Africa Conveyancing Fee Calculator (2024)

Estimate attorney transfer fees, bond registration fees, and Deeds Office levies using the Law Society of South Africa tariff.

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📜 South Africa Conveyancing Fee Calculator (2024)

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Seller's existing bond cancellation fee
Total Conveyancing + Transfer Costs
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Including VAT and transfer duty
Transfer Attorney Fee
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Bond Registration Fee
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Bond Cancellation Fee
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Deeds Office Levy
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Transfer Duty (est.)
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Grand Total
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ℹ️ These are estimates based on the recommended Law Society tariff. Actual fees vary by attorney. Always get a written cost estimate (Section 87 estimate) from your conveyancer.

What Are Conveyancing Fees in South Africa?

Conveyancing fees are the attorney fees charged for transferring ownership of fixed property in South Africa. The process involves a transferring attorney (appointed by the seller), a bond attorney (appointed by the bank if a bond is registered), and a bond cancellation attorney (if the seller has an existing bond to cancel). Each charges separately.

What Determines the Fee Amount?

The Law Society of South Africa publishes a recommended tariff based on the property value or bond amount. While not legally binding (attorneys can charge more or less), most conveyancers charge at or near tariff. The tariff is a sliding scale — higher property values have higher fees, but the percentage decreases at higher values.

Who Pays What?

The purchaser pays the transfer attorney fee, bond registration fee, and transfer duty. The seller pays the bond cancellation attorney fee (from sale proceeds). The deeds office levy is typically split or included in the transfer fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, attorneys can charge below tariff. Some firms offer discounted rates for high-volume transactions or repeat clients. However, the transferring attorney is appointed by the seller (or the seller's estate agent), so as a buyer you typically do not choose your conveyancer — though you can choose your bond attorney if you are getting a bank bond.
Most conveyancers require payment in advance or upon signing the transfer documents, as they must pay transfer duty to SARS and the Deeds Office levy before registration. Your attorney will provide a pro-forma account showing all fees and disbursements.
A straightforward transfer typically takes 4–8 weeks from acceptance of the offer to registration. Delays arise from bond approval, FICA documentation, transfer duty payment, and Deeds Office queues. The Cape Town Deeds Office typically registers in 10–15 working days; the Johannesburg office in 8–12 working days.
⚠️ Disclaimer Estimates for informational purposes only. Not legal or financial advice. Consult a qualified professional.