SARS Will Soon Know About Every Foreign Property You Own. Are You Prepared?
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is about to gain unprecedented visibility into your offshore life. A new global tax agreement means SARS will soon automatically receive detailed information about every foreign immovable property owned by South African taxpayers across more than 20 countries.
Relocating to Mauritius: What the Latest Guidelines Mean for Expats
Mauritius continues to position itself as one of the most attractive destinations for foreign professionals, investors, self-employed individuals and retirees seeking a secure, well-regulated jurisdiction with a favourable tax regime and exceptional quality of life.
New Worldwide Reporting Standards Spell the End for Crypto-Tax Evaders – SARS Knows!
As the cryptocurrency market rapidly expands and the global financial landscape evolves, tax authorities worldwide are intensifying their efforts to maintain transparency and combat tax evasion.
SARS Introduces Digital Registration System for Exempt Institutions
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has announced that it is moving the registration and application process for Income Tax Exempt Institutions to a fully digital system. This development forms part of SARS’s broader strategic objective to simplify taxpayer compliance by leveraging digital platforms.
SCA Confirms SARS’ Firm Approach to Penalties and Nil Returns
The Supreme Court of Appeal has recently handed down a judgment that reinforces SARS’ strict stance on understatement penalties and the use of estimated assessments when taxpayers fail to provide accurate information. In Ntayiya v SARS [2025] ZASCA 183, the Court dismissed an appeal by a taxpayer who sought repayment of funds attached by SARS […]