Imagine working your dream job abroad, exploring new cultures, and earning a competitive salary. Sounds idyllic, right? But for South Africans working outside the country, a question often arises: will…
As a South African who has recently emigrated and is now working and living abroad, it may take you some time to wrap your head around the intricacies of your…
There are many myths and misconceptions surrounding the tax obligations of South Africans living abroad. Some people think that simply by moving overseas and no longer being physically present in…
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…
If you hadn’t already heard, this year’s tax season is underway. With this in mind, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) released vital information to ensure that taxpayers are equipped…
If you are planning to leave South Africa permanently or you have already relocated abroad, you will need to apply for a non-resident tax status confirmation letter from the South…
You’ve planned every logistical aspect of your relocation abroad, but have you given much thought to the tax and financial implications of your move? If you were thinking you could…
If there’s a phrase that can send shivers down the spine of any and every person – it’s definitely ‘SARS tax auditing’. Aside from causing heart palpitations, what else happens…
With SARS becoming increasingly crafty in their methods of tracking down South Africans earning an income overseas, it’s important for expats to get their tax affairs in order. This is…
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has recently increased its penalty enforcement, targeting individuals who fail to submit their tax returns. While taxpayers who are compliant need not worry, non-filers…