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Are you preparing to emigrate in the new year? How to enjoy a stress-free last Christmas in SA
So, you've made the exciting decision to emigrate! Congratulations! But amidst the packing boxes and visa applications, it's easy to ...

A festive financial guide for South African expats returning home for Christmas
With the holiday season almost upon us, many expats are eagerly anticipating their return to South Africa for Christmas. With ...

Proudly South African traditions: Bringing a taste of South Africa to Christmas abroad
For South African expats, Christmas can bring up feelings of homesickness. The festive season in the South African culture is ...

Transform Christmas leftovers into a showstopper cake & Brandy cream Trifle!
Few traditions evoke the warmth and nostalgia of a South African Christmas quite like a rich, flavourful South African Christmas ...

Claiming Death Benefits from South Africa as an expat beneficiary
For South African expats living overseas, the process of claiming death benefits from a life insurance policy, retirement annuity, or ...

Six things SARS wants you to know about the limits on transferring money out of South Africa
The Single Discretionary Allowance (SDA) and Foreign Investment Allowance (FIA) are two key financial tools that residents have to manage ...

Keeping your South African bank accounts and financial connections post-emigration
Suppose you’re planning your emigration from South Africa. In that case, knowing there’s more to leaving than just packing your ...

South African Eggnog Malva pudding recipe for expat homesickness
If you're a South African expat longing for a taste of home, there's nothing quite like a comforting bowl of ...

Expat mental health: 5 Steps to combatting the expat blues
Relocating internationally can be an exhilarating yet daunting experience. For many South Africans starting a new life abroad presents a ...

Be Aware: ceasing SARS tax residency can significantly impact your taxes and international money transfers
There are specific rules if you live in South Africa and want to send money to another country. These exchange ...