Once you’ve watched the short video below, you’ll see that physically leaving South Africa does not automatically end your tax obligations with the South African Revenue Service (SARS). This is…
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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…
For many South Africans living abroad, tax often becomes an “out of sight, out of mind” issue. But when it comes to expat tax in South Africa, ignoring your obligations…
If you’re a non-resident property owner earning rental income in South Africa, you may have experienced a frustrating surprise. Your bank freezes or delays access to your rental income and…
Thinking about swapping braais and biltong for beaches in Portugal or the urban buzz of London? Moving abroad is thrilling, but it comes with more than packing boxes and booking…
Relocating overseas is a major life decision. But from a tax perspective, booking a one-way flight is only part of the process. If you are living abroad or planning an…
For many South Africans living abroad, tax can feel like “out of sight, out of mind.” But even if you have left the country without formally ceasing tax residency in…
Owning property back home while living abroad is more common than you think. Many South Africans keep their family home or an investment property long after relocating, whether for sentimental…
You’ve done it – you’re finally making the move abroad. Between visa applications, relocation plans, and farewell dinners, it’s easy to overlook one small detail with big consequences: your money…
If you’ve made the move abroad and left your retirement savings in South Africa, you’re not alone—many expats find themselves in the same boat. While settling into a new country…