Relocating overseas is a major life decision. But from a tax perspective, booking a one-way flight is only part of the process. If you are living abroad or planning an…
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If you are a South African who spent part of your career working overseas, your retirement savings may include a pension or annuity from another country. Naturally, one of the…
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…
South Africans working abroad often assume they’re “off the taxman’s radar,” especially if their employer is not registered for employees’ tax in South Africa. But that assumption can get expensive,…
You’ve done it – you’re finally making the move abroad. Between visa applications, relocation plans, and farewell dinners, it’s easy to overlook one small detail with big consequences: your money…
If you’re a South African working or living abroad, you’ve probably heard friends confidently throw around phrases like the 183 day tax rule or the 60 day test. Some swear…
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…
Many South Africans now hold assets outside the country — from overseas property and offshore investments to foreign bank accounts. While this is a smart way to grow and protect…
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…
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…