SARS Sharpens Scrutiny of Expatriate SA Tax Residents
South African expatriates living and working abroad are firmly in the Tax Man’s sights. Recent enhancements clearly indicate the South African Revenue Service (SARS) is increasing its focus on the importance of expatriates legally confirming the basis on which they cease their tax residency status in South Africa to benefit from a reduced income tax liability as non-resident taxpayers.
Remote Work, Global Employer: Can Salaried Employees Still Claim Home Office Expenses in South Africa?
As the 2025 tax filing season approaches, many South Africans working from home are asking what home office expenses they can claim as tax deductible items, and how to do it correctly. This question is especially relevant for the growing number of South African employees working remotely for global companies who are increasingly turning to tax practitioners for guidance.
Coming Home? SARS Tightens Record-Keeping for Returning Expats
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has announced enhancements to its record-keeping of taxpayers’ tax residency status this coming tax filing season, taking direct aim at returning South African expatriates.
SARS eFiling Enhancement to Help Taxpayers Check Compliance and Stay Ahead This Filing Season
With the 2025 tax filing season fast approaching, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has introduced a new user-friendly eFiling feature aimed at making tax compliance simpler and more accessible for the ordinary taxpayer.
Crypto Tax Audit Analysis to be Enhanced Through Project AmaBillions
Since the introduction of the Crypto Revenue Augmentation Unit by the South African Revenue Service (“SARS”), numerous taxpayer’s who have traded, invested or even used crypto assets for purchases, have received Audit and Request for Relevant Material Notices, specifically relating to such crypto asset transactions.