Tax Residence Certificates for SA Expats: SARS’ way or the highway

Many South African (SA) expats already recognize that the Notice of Non-Resident Tax Status Letter (the letter) is their golden ticket to confirming their cessation of tax residency. A Tax Residence Certificate (TRC) from one’s new country of residence provides substantial evidence that one is now resident for tax purposes in their new country, aiding […]

Safeguarding your South African Company: Potential Impact of CIPC Information Breach

Reparative measures may have been taken to remedy the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission hack which reportedly took place on 29 February 2024 however this information breach may have long-lasting and detrimental effects!

Ceasefire of Section 164 Suspensions of Payment, in SARS’ War on Non-Compliance

Dispelling accusations of any revenue collector can feel like the fight of your life, especially where you are factually not on the wrong side of the law! Amongst these collectors, SARS stands firm as one of the most strategic movers, turning the fight into an all-out war, the War on Non-Compliance! 

Multi-National Enterprise Takes SARS To Task on Transfer Pricing Audit, and WINS!

Transfer Pricing – the most pertinent international tax and compliance consideration for Multi-National Enterprises wishing to progress in the ever-evolving global economy. Whether setting up your first subsidiary in a foreign country, or adding your 20th to an already robust and successful group structure, one thing is clear; fall foul of the “arm’s length principle” […]

Unveiling the Surge: The Reason for the Recent Influx of South Africans to the Netherlands

In recent months, an unprecedented wave of South Africans has been making their way to the Netherlands, marking a significant shift in migration patterns. This sudden surge is not a mere coincidence but is driven by a combination of factors that render the Netherlands an increasingly attractive destination for South African expatriates. The Netherlands has […]