You’ve taken the plunge and headed overseas. New horizons, new adventures, it’s all incredibly exciting. But even with all that positive change, there’s that minor niggle in the back of…
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Imagine this: You’re enjoying the sun on a beach in Thailand, sipping a coconut, when you receive an unexpected email. It’s from the South African Revenue Service (SARS), not a…
If you are a South African and your employer asked you to work in another country for more than six months while payroll remained in South Africa and taxes were…
Tax matters for expats are getting increasingly complicated. This is because the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has taken a renewed interest in expats earning an income abroad since 1…
Are you considering retiring under sunny skies abroad while receiving income from your South African living annuity? Sounds idyllic! But hold on, there’s a potential tax hurdle you’ll need to…
Many people find tax season stressful, but getting a tax refund can be a welcome surprise. The South African Revenue Service (SARS) may issue tax refunds if you’ve paid more…
Understanding your tax situation can be tricky after emigrating from South Africa to work and live abroad. Leaving the country doesn’t automatically end your obligations to the South African Revenue…