South African Expats: Leaving SA Does Not Mean Leaving SARS Behind

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Previous episode with Marisca on trusts: https://youtu.be/7Ojy5bLAD8Q

Are you a South African expat unsure about your tax obligations back home? In this episode, Carla sits down with a South African tax expert to unpack everything expats need to know. From the biggest tax mistakes SA expats make, to double tax agreements, exit tax calculations, and how to correctly cease tax residency in South Africa. Whether you're a yachtie or living abroad long-term, this episode could save you thousands. We also cover what happens if you want to move back to South Africa and withdrawing retirement products as a non-tax resident.

Disclaimer:
Content produced by Money with Carla is intended as educational only. It does not substitute the need for professional investment advice. Although I do everything I can to ensure calculations are accurate, they could include errors. Please consult a licensed professional before investing in investment products. Money With Carla is not a licensed advisor and does not sell investment products.
Chapters
  • 00:00 Intro
  • 01:20 Biggest tax mistakes SA expats make
  • 03:13 Double tax agreements between countries
  • 08:06 What if I never ceased tax residency in South Africa?
  • 16:05 Withdrawing retirement products as a non-tax resident
  • 20:05 Exit tax calculations
  • 22:50 What if I want to move back to South Africa?
  • 26:50 How do South African taxes work for yachties/seafarers?
16 May English South Africa Investing

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