Did you know the South African Revenue Service (SARS) no longer issue paper-based tax clearance certificates? It’s true! In 2015, SARS switched to the Tax Compliance Status (TCS) system, a…
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Whether you’re a South African expat living abroad or a newcomer to South Africa, understanding the tax system and obtaining and maintaining a Tax Number from the South African Revenue…
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has the legal authority to appoint third parties, such as banks, to recover outstanding debt on their behalf. This appointment is made in terms…
Seeing red on your eFiling tax return status dashboard? Don’t panic! Spotting a “non-compliant” status notification when seeking your SARS tax clearance certificate simply indicates that there is an issue…
Moving abroad? Don’t forget about taxes! While it’s understandable that you’re excited to make the move, overlooking the tax implications of your emigration from South Africa can be costly. Here…
If you’re planning your financial transition out of South Africa, there are a number of important things you need to be aware of when it comes to the exchange control…
As the end of 2023 draws near, this is your reminder to make use of your annual exchange control allowances in order to move money out of South Africa. To…
You can be late for work, late for a meeting or late for a date, just don’t be late with your tax return submission to the South African Revenue Service…
If there’s a phrase that can send shivers down the spine of any and every person – it’s definitely ‘SARS tax auditing’. Aside from causing heart palpitations, what else happens…
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has changed its Tax Compliance Status (TCS) process, with the introduction of the “Approved International Transfer” (AIT) application replacing the “Emigration” and “Foreign Investment…