As of 24 April 2023, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) changed the rules by which taxpayers have to play when it comes to applying for funds to be transferred internationally. If you have not heard by now, SARS’ introduction of a new dynamic application called Approval International Transfer (AIT) is enhanced and involves a […]
SA Non-Resident taxpayers need to be aware of their golden ticket to tax-free peace: The Notice of Non-Tax Residency Status Confirmation Letter.
On 31 July 2023, National Treasury released their annual draft tax law amendments, for public comment. Although still at the draft stage, there are some pertinent proposed changes for which the supporting systems have already been implemented i.e., the “Beneficial Ownership Registers”.
South Africa (SA) remains a hot spot for remote work. On the one hand, digital nomads and remote workers with foreign employers get to enjoy the South African lifestyle, good weather, and the luxury of earning Dollars and Pounds. On the other, foreign companies benefit from employing skilled South Africans, comparatively cheaper than their foreign […]
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has been hinting at introducing a wealthy individual “specific asset” disclosure for some time – and it is finally here!
When considering SARS’ well-known “Strategic Intents” one can easily see the implementation of the “Beneficial Ownership Register” by the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) as a precursor for SARS’ international crackdown on non-compliance.
On 31 July 2023, National Treasury published the new draft tax law amendment bills for public comment. The public can submit their comments on the proposed amendments until the close of business on 31 August 2023. Whilst a number of the proposed amendments will not impact the average taxpayer, expatriates – specifically those who cease […]
Individuals and companies alike have seen increased scrutiny from the South African Revenue Service (SARS) since the greylisting of South Africa (SA) by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). One key aspect of this has been the introduction of the new complex and document-heavy Approval for International Transfer (AIT) Tax Compliance Status (TCS) process for […]
On 06 July 2023, the High Court handed SARS a big win in CSARS v M (A5036/2023) [2023] and where SARS challenged a taxpayer that what was on their tax return and bank account did not match. It is general knowledge that SARS knows everything in your bank account and this case is a perfect […]
As a South African expat, navigating double taxation agreements can be challenging. Experts answer all your burning DTA questions.