As you plan your financial migration as part of your permanent relocation from South Africa, you’re probably wondering what you should do with your retirement annuity. It’s a big decision…
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Despite having emigrated to escape a myriad of worries, a shadow of concern still lingers for many South Africans living abroad. It’s not the pangs of nostalgia for braai, boerewors…
The idea of leaving South Africa permanently for a new adventure abroad is an exciting prospect. Yet, amidst the packing and planning, the reality of having to navigate the complexities…
When planning your emigration, it’s understandable that you’ll spend a lot of time researching your destination country to make sure you comply with immigration requirements, and you know what to…
By now, like most people, you probably already know that retirement annuities are one of the most tax efficient ways to save for your golden years. You probably also know…
Retirement annuities have been designed as tax efficient vehicles that encourage South Africans to save during their working years, to ensure that they have sufficient income to maintain a comfortable…
Most South Africans started paying into their retirement annuities long before they even considered emigrating, with the plan to have enough savings squirreled away to see them through as they…
The 2023 SARS Tax Season kicked off in July. If you’re a South African living overseas you might be tempted to think that this doesn’t apply to you, but there’s…
One of the biggest concerns for potential emigrants from South Africa is obviously – “what happens to my retirement savings if I leave the country?” This question can only be…
If you are planning to leave South Africa permanently or you have already relocated abroad, you will need to apply for a non-resident tax status confirmation letter from the South…