If you ceased your South African tax residency early in your career and decided to move back to South Africa later, a lot depends on the date you become a…
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Your ability to withdraw your South African retirement savings from abroad depends on your tax residency status with SARS. Janine (not her real name) encountered this when she wanted an…
If you have ceased South African tax residency, or you live abroad and still own assets here, your existing South African bank account no longer matches your status. The account…
If you earn money outside South Africa, whether that is a salary from an overseas employer, rent from a flat in London, or interest sitting in an offshore savings account,…
When one partner leaves South Africa before the other, the two of you end up with different tax residency statuses. That mismatch brings real financial planning risks. It affects the…
For many years, stories about South Africans leaving the country dominated headlines. Concerns around crime, economic pressure, and political uncertainty pushed many families to seek opportunities abroad, especially in the…
Over the past seven years, more than 50,000 South Africans have taken formal steps to cease tax residency in South Africa, according to the latest data from the South African…
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…
Returning to South Africa after years abroad is an exciting step. Whether it’s reconnecting with family, enjoying biltong and boerewors again, or rediscovering your favourite local spots, there’s a lot…
Thinking of a big life change? You’re not alone! Moving abroad can be one of the most exciting decisions you’ll ever make, but it’s important to understand the tax implications…