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’ve packed up your life in South Africa and settled in a new country, chances are you’ve thought about what to do with the retirement annuity that you left…
Thinking about moving back to South Africa from the UK? Whether it’s for family, lifestyle, or just a change of pace, there’s a lot to look forward to. But before…
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…
If you’re living overseas and thinking about transferring money out of South Africa, you’ve probably asked: “Do I need to tax emigrate before I can move my money?” Here’s the…
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…
It’s not unusual for South African expats to consider returning home after years of living abroad, particularly when faced with life changes such as retirement, family responsibilities, or shifting global…