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Don’t let SARS be the last to know: when to notify the authorities of your tax status change
As a South African, even if you’re living and working overseas, you may still be considered a tax resident and liable to pay tax back home. This is because South Africa has a residence based system that means if you fall into the definition of ‘tax resident’, you’ll...
Exchange rate
The South African exchange rate tends to fluctuate quite quickly and has done so over the past year. From the economy to unemployment, and now Covid-19, the value of our currency often seems more on the proverbial dip than on the upward rise! It's no wonder that South...
South African beer
The British drink theirs warm, Americans drink theirs ice-cold, and South Africans prefer theirs chilled, thank you very much! What are we talking about? Beer! It’s a well-known fact that saffas love their beer! Picture the scene: The crowd roars on TV, and Oupa...
Klippies and Coke gammon
Wow! Three words all South Africans love in one sentence, Klippies, Coke, and gammon. Who would have thought that such a combination would be so lekker? But is cooking gammon in Coke a South African recipe? You had better believe it! Klippies and Coke The British have...
What’s the deal with South African citizenship, exchange control and tax residency now that the rules have changed?
If you haven’t already heard by now, formal emigration has been cancelled. Don’t panic, you don’t have to cancel any of your plans, this simply means that the concept of “emigration”, as recognised by the Financial Surveillance Department of the South African Reserve...
History of Santa Claus and South African Christmas traditions
Can you hear the magic jingle of Christmas in the air? That’s right, Christmas is coming, so haul out the tinsel, untangle the fairy lights and drown that Christmas pudding in lashings of brandy! There’s something about Christmas that allows the inner child in all of...
Money mules & money mule fraud in South Africa
Most South Africans are open to the idea of making a few extra bucks, whether it’s a side hustle, part-time job, or middle man. But have you ever been tempted to make a bit of extra cash as a money mule? As it turns out, money mules have been a real thing in South...
Boerewors recipe
Boerewors, boerie, wors, or braai wors are the names given to one of the most iconic sausages in South African history. This South African food has been on the top of the favourite list for many years. Rewind to the days on the plaas when Ouma would whip up a batch of...
Remembering Theuns Jordaan
The lyrics of Theuns Jordaan’s song Beautiful in Beaufort Wes echoing through our homes in sweet remembrance of a proudly South African singer songwriter is enough to bring chills to our spines. Theuns needs no introduction to the South African music community and the...
Tips on non-resident banking in South Africa
Thanks to digitisation, banking in South Africa is no longer the major hassle it used to be. Now, banking is fast, convenient and easily accessible - even for non-residents in South Africa. Where previously our exchange control differentiated between South African...
Springbok rugby coach – Jacques Nienaber
Enter the spotlight, Jacques Nienaber? Yes, that Jacques Nienaber! With the South African rugby team claiming all the glory in the match against New Zealand on the 2nd of October 2021, all eyes are on the new Springbok rugby coach; Jacques Nienaber. What makes this...
My Kitchen Rules South Africa
If you’re a couch cook, like many South Africans are, you’re probably already well engrossed in the excitement of My Kitchen Rules South Africa! My Kitchen Rules or MKR is an exhilarating culinary show where contestants compete against each other for the much-coveted...
Expat Money Matters: 2021 deadline for Single Discretionary Allowance & Foreign Investment Allowance is just around the corner!
When it comes to moving money out of South Africa, there are rules and limitations on when and how much you’re allowed to shift offshore. In terms of our exchange control regulations, South Africans have two avenues through which they can move their money abroad. The...
Chakalaka braaibroodjies
No matter where you reside on the globe, as a South African, your roots automatically search for traditional South African food that reminds you of home. It's a cultural thing, especially if that food incorporates our favourite method of cooking, the braai! As braai...
Offshore bank account options for South Africans still in South Africa
Whether you’re looking to relocate abroad or want your money off South African shores, the chances are that you’ve wondered at some point whether it’s possible to have a bank account overseas. Undoubtedly, your online investigations ended abruptly when you discovered...
Explained: Tax relief vs tax refunds in South Africa
As a South African living and working abroad, it’s a good idea to know exactly what your tax status is so that you can be clear on your tax obligations and rights back home. This is because changes made to tax law through the Taxation Law Amendment Act in 2020 mean...
The FinGlobal FYI: Cross-border financial services experts for South African expats
One of the most important aspects of emigration planning as a South African is choosing your cross-border financial services provider. Having financial interests in two countries can get tricky, especially when it comes to tax and exchange control compliance. There...
South African athletes and Tokyo games
Let us set the scene: the world's greatest athletes have been training for this moment their whole lives. They're set to compete against each other for glory and eternal bragging rights when suddenly the entire world comes to a halt. With the Covid-19 pandemic, life...
Kook & Geniet
Who and what is Kook en Geniet? The English translation is Cook and Enjoy. Originally an Afrikaans cookbook filled with South African dishes, it was published by S.J.A (Ina de Villiers) in 1951. South African publishers at the time did not think it was worth their...
Expat Talk: How do I move money from South Africa once I have completed my tax emigration?
Imagine if emigration from South Africa was as simple as packing your bags and hopping on a jet plane and starting a new life overseas. Unfortunately, this is not the case, and as a South African tax resident now living abroad, there are some things you need to know...
Your foreign capital allowance in South Africa: The do’s & don’ts
South Africans living abroad (and at home) who have not yet completed the process of tax emigration are entitled to utilise their annual South African foreign investment allowance of R10 million to move money out of the country. There are a number of things to be...
De Vette Mossel
If you are looking for a traditional seafood restaurant, then De Vette Mossel is not for you. Traditional seafood restaurants come with fancy cutlery and tableware, unpronounceable wine lists, and heavy price tags. Often they are situated kilometers away from the sea,...
South Africa’s first 2 Michelin star chefs; Jan Hendrik & Jean Delport
The Michelin Guide is significant in the world of fine dining and is often referred to as the “Bible of all dining guides.” There’s nothing a chef or restaurant covets more in this world than the prestigious Michelin Star. In 2016, Jan Hendrik made South Africa proud...
New cryptocurrency regulations in South Africa
South Africa is fast-tracking the process of bringing in new cryptocurrency regulations to curb the misuse of cryptocurrencies in the country. The process first began with the publication of proposals earlier in June. Regulators expect it to be complete in 3 to 6...
Expat matters: Emigrated from South Africa? What is your tax status?
If you thought you’d be able to leave the taxman behind in South Africa when you emigrated, you’re sadly mistaken. The South African Revenue Service still has an interest in South Africans around the world, with a particular focus on their worldwide earnings. South...
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