If you’ve watched the discussion above, you already know that simply moving abroad does not automatically end your relationship with the South African Revenue Service (SARS). Many South Africans are…
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For South Africans living overseas, inheriting assets from abroad can feel straightforward at first — until you try to move the money, transfer ownership, or stay compliant with South African…
You might have already left South Africa, settled into life abroad, and started paying tax in your new country. But for the South African Revenue Service (SARS), your relocation is…
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…
If you’re a South African planning a permanent move abroad, you’ve probably found yourself wondering on more than one occasion: What happens to my retirement annuity if I emigrate? More…
Budget 2026 brings several inflation-related threshold increases and one important policy change. Most updates are routine adjustments for economic changes, but a new rule will affect tax planning for South…
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…
If you have recently relocated overseas, it is completely normal to feel confused by South Africa’s tax jargon. Two terms in particular cause the most frustration for expats: tax clearance…
Managing expat tax in South Africa can be unexpectedly complex, especially when it comes to receiving a SARS tax refund. Many South Africans living abroad only discover an issue when…