Left South Africa for a new international adventure? You might think that simply packing up and leaving means you’re off the hook for SA taxes – but that’s not the…
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If you’re a South African living abroad, you may have heard that SARS (the South African Revenue Service) is actively reaching out to expats about their tax residency status. Whether…
If you’re a South African expat planning to withdraw your retirement annuity, there’s an important regulatory change you need to know about. The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has introduced…
If you’re a South African living abroad, you’ve probably heard terms like non-resident tax in South Africa and foreign income tax in South Africa being thrown around. But what do…
If you’re living overseas and thinking about transferring money out of South Africa, you’ve probably asked: “Do I need to tax emigrate before I can move my money?” Here’s the…
Relocating from South Africa and adjusting to life abroad can feel overwhelming, with an endless list of tasks to complete. From settling into a new culture to managing cross-border finances,…
Leaving South Africa to work or live abroad? You might assume that once you step onto a plane, you’re automatically off the hook for South African tax. But not so…
It’s not unusual for South African expats to consider returning home after years of living abroad, particularly when faced with life changes such as retirement, family responsibilities, or shifting global…
For many South Africans who have left the country to live abroad, understanding their tax obligations back home can be tricky and confusing. While emigrating physically is one step, ceasing…
With the tax filing season on the horizon, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) is intensifying its drive to recover unpaid taxes, including from citizens residing abroad. Nicknamed a game-changer…