While they likely left South Africa in the pursuit of better opportunities, many expats eventually discover that the grass on the other side isn’t as green as it is back…
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Tax residency in South Africa is no straightforward matter. Although you might have lived abroad for a number of years already, if you return to the Republic often enough and…
For many South Africans, retiring abroad has become an attractive lifestyle choice, with many destinations to choose from. Once the kids are out of the house and you’re no longer…
It’s an exciting thing – getting a job overseas or deciding to emigrate to settle in a new country. As exciting as it is, however, relocation (whether permanent or temporary)…
South Africans living abroad are facing a significant shift in procedures from the South African Revenue Service (SARS). This change comes with a warning for expats regarding their tax compliance….
If there’s one thing that the South African Revenue Service (SARS) wants to do, it’s make taxpayer compliance as easy as possible. With tax compliance being key to its successful…
One of the aspects of emigration planning that many people often overlook is tax planning. This is understandable because there are so many more exciting things to focus on when…
South Africa has a residence-based taxation system. This means that South Africans (even if they’re living overseas) will be taxed on their income by the South African Revenue Service (SARS)…
So what happens to you on the date that you cease to be a South African tax resident? What does it mean to cease tax residency in South Africa? Do…
Recent changes to South Africa’s tax laws have caused a bit of panic and confusion in the expat community. Previously expats were able to claim exemption from paying tax on…