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…
The allure of tax-free earnings and abundant opportunities in the Middle East has long drawn South African expats to countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE. However, the tide is…
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…
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…
So, you left South Africa a while ago (like, ten years or so) and ended up on the other side of the world. But here’s the thing: you never officially…
If you’re a South African living abroad, this one’s for you. The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has made some changes that mean you must check, verify, confirm and double-check…
There’s being a South African citizen, and then there’s being a South African tax resident. Same thing, indeed? You might be surprised to discover that being a citizen and a…
Heads up! The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is cracking down on people who live outside South Africa but might still be liable to pay taxes here. You could be…