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National Health Insurance Impact Survey – Taxpayers Speak Up

04/07/2024

President Ramaphosa’s signature to introduce National Health Insurance (NHI) on 15 May 2024 has been met with mixed reactions. The three elephants in the room are, who will foot the bill, will all doctors and healthcare workers now work directly for the government, and will all South Africans be forced to use government-quality healthcare? The...

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Navigating South Africa’s NHI Bill: The Rise of Investment Migration for Health Security and Global Mobility

18/06/2024

The approval of the controversial National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill in South Africa has sparked significant concern across various segments of the population. Medical professionals are apprehensive about potential mandates to work for the government, families with at-risk members fear for their loved ones’ care, and taxpayers are worried about the financial implications. These factors...

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SARS eFiling False Alarm – No Need for a Return to South Africa

22/05/2024

We have noted incorrect media coverage around South Africans abroad, which notes that to comply with “new” SARS obligations you need to be physically present in South Africa. It is then implied that this change on SARS eFiling then burdens taxpayers to fly all the way home. Nicolas Botha Tax Team Compliance & Processing Manager...

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The High Stakes of South African Expat Retirement Planning

21/05/2024

While planning and packing to move abroad may seem simple, many expatriates often wonder about what will happen to the fortune of their accumulated retirement funds. The questions on how to navigate the withdrawal of the different types of funds remain a difficult and confusing topic. Mbalenhle Mahlaba Consultant: Expatriate Tax As more expatriates plan...

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National Health Insurance’s impact on Emigration and the 10 steps of formal emigration

17/05/2024

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The SA Expat's Roadmap for Moving Funds Abroad

16/05/2024

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“SARS + AI” vs “Your South African Tax”

09/04/2024

The SARS Announcement on 02 April 2024, may look, for the untrained eye, like standard narrative. As a tax attorney in day-to-day practice, there are daily examples of very expensive tax mistakes. Tax practitioners and South African taxpayers are well advised to switch to a moment of seriousness; and take note of the following with...

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Tax Residence Certificates for SA Expats: SARS’ way or the highway

22/03/2024

In recent months, an unprecedented wave of South Africans has been making their way to the Netherlands, marking a significant shift in migration patterns. This sudden surge is not a mere coincidence but is driven by a combination of factors that render the Netherlands an increasingly attractive destination for South African expatriates. The Netherlands has...

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Unveiling the Surge: The Reason for the Recent Influx of South Africans to the Netherlands

07/03/2024

In recent months, an unprecedented wave of South Africans has been making their way to the Netherlands, marking a significant shift in migration patterns. This sudden surge is not a mere coincidence but is driven by a combination of factors that render the Netherlands an increasingly attractive destination for South African expatriates. The Netherlands has...

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The Importance of a Tax Diagnostic Report for South African Expatriates

29/02/2024

The Tax Diagnostic process entails a non-invasive review of a taxpayers eFiling profile, through investigating the records held by SARS. This information is then compared with the taxpayer’s unique circumstance to determine if there are any discrepancies between the SARS records and current circumstance. Alex Mahundla SARS Tax Compliance Specialist Chrispos Seete SARS Process Administrator...

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Meddling in Others’ Affairs: The Department of Home Affairs’ “Tax Policy” Amendment

19/02/2024

The Department of Home Affairs’ (the DHA) recent amendments to Immigration Regulations are likely to spark controversy among South African taxpayers, especially expatriates working abroad, who are still diligently fulfilling their South African tax obligations. Delano Abdoll Legal Manager: Cross-Border Taxation at Tax Consulting Bronwin Human Tax Attorney at Tax Consulting SA These amendments, which...

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Tax Planning for Repatriation: A Non-Resident's Toolkit to Returning Home

14/02/2024

With the euphoria of living abroad wearing off for many South Africans, a growing number of expatriates are drawn back by the allure of a vibrant cultural scene, inviting temperate climate, and favorable exchange rates. Delano Abdoll Legal Manager: Cross-Border Taxation at Tax Consulting SA Khutso Makgoka Legal Consultant: Expatriate Tax at Tax Consulting SA...

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National Health Insurance Impact Survey – Taxpayers Speak Up

Navigating South Africa’s NHI Bill: The Rise of Investment Migration for Health Security and Global Mobility

SARS eFiling False Alarm – No Need for a Return to South Africa

The High Stakes of South African Expat Retirement Planning

National Health Insurance’s impact on Emigration and the 10 steps of formal emigration

The SA Expat's Roadmap for Moving Funds Abroad

“SARS + AI” vs “Your South African Tax”

Tax Residence Certificates for SA Expats: SARS’ way or the highway

Unveiling the Surge: The Reason for the Recent Influx of South Africans to the Netherlands

The Importance of a Tax Diagnostic Report for South African Expatriates

Meddling in Others’ Affairs: The Department of Home Affairs’ “Tax Policy” Amendment

Tax Planning for Repatriation: A Non-Resident's Toolkit to Returning Home

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