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Claiming your South African inheritance from abroad
Have you just learned of an inheritance from South Africa while living abroad? The process may seem daunting, but knowing ...
Tax emigration FAQs for South African expats living abroad
Left South Africa for a new international adventure? You might think that simply packing up and leaving means you’re off ...
URGENT NOTICE: SARS Notifications to expats: What you need to know and why it matters
If you’re a South African living abroad, you may have heard that SARS (the South African Revenue Service) is actively ...
How does global education compare to South African schools?
When South African families relocate abroad, one of their biggest adjustments involves understanding new education systems. From the rigorous academic ...
The history of South African Braai: A tradition that unites
When you hear the sizzle of meat on hot coals and smell the smoky aroma drifting through the air, you ...
Bread in a can: Discover the joy of baking Bierbrood in blikkie
Missing the taste of home while living far away? Making traditional South African dishes can offer comfort and bring you ...
Wills and estate planning for expats – protecting your offshore assets
If you’re a South African living abroad, chances are you’ve got assets in more than one country. That’s great for ...
Home is calling… Will you answer?
There’s no place quite like home. It’s the savoury aroma of boerewors sizzling on the braai, the steady crash of ...
The SARS Foreign Investment Allowance – your ticket to growing offshore wealth
Looking to grow your wealth beyond South Africa’s borders? If you’re thinking about taking your money offshore, the Foreign Investment ...
Yoh! You’re in the OED – South Africa makes its linguistic mark
The Oxford English Dictionary, the venerable guardian of the English language, has been quietly undergoing a South African makeover. Words ...
Closing your business or emigrating from SA? Don’t forget VAT deregistration.
Are you emigrating and closing your business in South Africa, or moving overseas while still maintaining your business operations back ...
Tax residency vs permanent residence – what SA expats need to know about RA withdrawals
If you’ve packed up your life in South Africa and settled in a new country, chances are you’ve thought about ...
A taste of home: South African Bobotie Vetkoek recipe
If you’ve ever found yourself longing for the comforting aroma of bobotie baking in the oven or the crispy golden ...
Citizenship by descent – can you claim a passport through your ancestors?
Have you ever wondered if you could get a second passport simply because your parents or grandparents were born somewhere ...
Managing death claims for foreign beneficiaries and South African expats
When a loved one passes away, the emotional toll is heavy – but for South Africans living abroad, the admin ...
A coconut twist on the classic South African milk tart
If you're a fan of traditional South African desserts, you're likely already familiar with the legendary milk tart—or melktert, as ...
SARS tightens tax directive rules – what it means for expats accessing retirement funds
If you're a South African expat planning to withdraw your retirement annuity, there’s an important regulatory change you need to ...
Export of South African artwork
South Africa has long been a hub of creativity and artistic expression, boasting a rich history of visual arts that ...
Expats and the two-pot retirement system – what are your withdrawal options?
South Africa’s two-pot retirement system came into effect on 1 September 2024, marking a major shift in how retirement savings ...
Non-resident beneficiary trust distributions – South African tax implications you should know
Trusts are common financial tools in South Africa for managing and protecting wealth, but when it comes to tax, things ...
The emotional, practical, and psychological challenges of moving internationally
Moving internationally to start a new life abroad is a dream for many people, but the realities of emigration are ...
