South Africa
Debt Settlement Agreement
R449
Create a debt settlement agreement recording a negotiated settlement of an outstanding debt, including the settlement amount, payment terms, waiver conditions, default consequences, and full-and-final settlement wording.
A Debt Settlement Agreement is used where a creditor and debtor agree to resolve an outstanding debt through payment of an agreed settlement amount or settlement terms.
South African legal context (2026 checklist)
The agreement should state whether the settlement replaces the original debt, suspends enforcement, or only becomes effective once payment is made in full. If a reduced amount is accepted, the agreement should say whether the balance is waived only after full compliance.
- South African common law of contract
- South African law of compromise and settlement
- National Credit Act 34 of 2005, where applicable
- Prescription Act 68 of 1969
- Conventional Penalties Act 15 of 1962
- Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013
Use this as a starting point only. Verify current gazetted amendments, tribunal rules, and SARS / DOL circulars that may apply to your matter.
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Who is the creditor?
Who is the debtor?
What is the original debt amount?
What settlement amount will be accepted?
Is the settlement once-off or payable in instalments?
Is it full and final settlement?
What happens if the debtor defaults?
Does the original debt revive on default?
Are interest and costs included?
Will legal action be withdrawn or suspended?
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