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…
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Emigration is a significant life change, and along with packing boxes and saying goodbyes, you’ll need to address your financial portfolio. Specifically, what happens to your investments when you leave…
You’ve taken the plunge and headed overseas. New horizons, new adventures, it’s all incredibly exciting. But even with all that positive change, there’s that minor niggle in the back of…
Receiving an inheritance from South Africa can be bittersweet, especially for those living abroad. While the financial boost is welcome, the circumstances could be better, and working out the steps…
Imagine this: You’re enjoying the sun on a beach in Thailand, sipping a coconut, when you receive an unexpected email. It’s from the South African Revenue Service (SARS), not a…
Leaving South Africa? Don’t let tax headaches derail your dreams! Figuring out your tax residency outside of South Africa and navigating things like international money transfers can feel a bit…
Many South Africans find themselves straddling two worlds – their new country of residence and the one they left behind. While many emigrated with no intention of returning, some left…
The amendment of Section 10(1)(o)(ii) of the Income Tax Act in 2020, which brought foreign employment income back into the South African tax net, has understandably caused confusion and anxiety…
As you prepare to embark on a new adventure outside of South Africa, you must think about your taxes. Although there are other more exciting aspects of planning your international…
If you’re planning to leave South Africa for good, there’s a critical piece of paperwork you cannot overlook: a Non-Resident Tax Status Confirmation Letter from the South African Revenue Service…