If you have left the country, or you are planning to, your South African retirement annuity stays behind, until you do something about it. You have three broad choices. You…
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If you are a South African tax resident, SARS taxes you on your worldwide income, subject to the exemptions and exclusions that apply. Every year you remain a resident is…
If you’re a South African with big plans to move to the UK, or you’re already there, it’s time to rethink your finances. The UK has scrapped its preferential non-domiciled…
Thinking about swapping braais and biltong for beaches in Portugal or the urban buzz of London? Moving abroad is thrilling, but it comes with more than packing boxes and booking…
If you have recently relocated overseas, it is completely normal to feel confused by South Africa’s tax jargon. Two terms in particular cause the most frustration for expats: tax clearance…
Managing expat tax in South Africa can be unexpectedly complex, especially when it comes to receiving a SARS tax refund. Many South Africans living abroad only discover an issue when…
Starting a new chapter outside South Africa is exciting — new places, new cultures, new opportunities. But as every expat quickly learns, there is one old thing that follows you…
Living abroad is exciting — new experiences, new opportunities, and sometimes, a new set of tax rules to navigate. The truth is, many South Africans overseas end up paying more…
Thinking about moving back to South Africa from the UK? Whether it’s for family, lifestyle, or just a change of pace, there’s a lot to look forward to. But before…
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…