You’ve moved abroad, started your new life, and gone through the tax emigration process. You’ve waved goodbye to the South African Revenue Service (SARS), or so you thought. But it’s…
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South African expats often assume that simply living abroad automatically changes their tax status. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. Even if you’ve been living overseas for years, you might still…
Left South Africa for a new international adventure? You might think that simply packing up and leaving means you’re off the hook for SA taxes – but that’s not the…
If you’re a South African living abroad, you may have heard that SARS (the South African Revenue Service) is actively reaching out to expats about their tax residency status. Whether…
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…
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…
For South Africans living abroad or planning to emigrate, understanding the distinction between citizenship and residency, especially residency for tax purposes, is critical. While citizenship determines your legal rights in…
For many South Africans who have left the country to live abroad, understanding their tax obligations back home can be tricky and confusing. While emigrating physically is one step, ceasing…
Thinking about leaving South Africa — at least on paper? Whether you’re planning a permanent move abroad, chasing career opportunities overseas, or simply curious about your options, you’ve probably come…
Will a plane ticket and a new address be enough to escape your South African tax obligations? Think again. Many expats discover, to their dismay, that simply leaving the country…