Whether you’re abroad for a short contract, living overseas permanently, or have ceased your South African tax residency entirely — understanding your tax position is essential. We help you stay compliant, avoid double taxation, and structure your affairs with confidence.
GLOBAL MOBILITY — LOCAL EXPERTISE
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SAFFAS WORKING ABROAD TEMPORARILY
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Assistance with applying the Section 10(1)(o)(ii) exemption for qualifying foreign income.
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Guidance on maintaining tax residency while working overseas.
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Ensuring proper record-keeping and compliance with exemption requirements.
SAFFAS WORKING ABROAD PERMANENTLY
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Analysis of your tax residency status under South African law.
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Review of eligibility for relief under Double Taxation Agreements (DTA).
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Tax return support to apply treaty benefits and avoid double taxation.
CEASING SA TAX RESIDENCY
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Advisory on the formal process to cease tax residency in South Africa.
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Assistance with SARS non-residency declarations and documentation.
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Exit tax calculation and compliance review.
SA SOURCE-BASED INCOME
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Support with annual tax returns if you still earn rental, investment, or pension income from South Africa.
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Ensuring correct tax treatment under source-based taxation rules.
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Ongoing compliance even after ceasing residency.
CROSS-BORDER TAX STRATEGY
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Structuring advice for globally mobile individuals, remote workers, and digital nomads.
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Tax planning to align with your long-term relocation or return plans.
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Guidance on how tax laws in different countries may impact your obligations in South Africa.
SARS ENGAGEMENT & DISPUTE RESOLUTION
- Assistance with responding to SARS queries, audits, or verification requests related to foreign income.
- Support in objecting to incorrect assessments or filing disputes on your behalf.
- Voluntary disclosure for unreported foreign income or past non-compliance.