Tax

Taxing times for expats

Maximising your medical aid benefits on your tax return

Medical expenses are increasingly squeezing our purses, with private medical cover being an unavoidable expense for most. However, you can claim certain of these medical costs from the tax collector, offering some relief. Here’s how to maximise your tax refund.

Looking to emigrate? First get your tax ducks in a row

If the Covid-19 pandemic has shown us anything, it’s that it is possible for us to work productively from anywhere. Growing numbers of South Africans are taking the opportunity to either emigrate, or at least relocate to a different country, to experience a different lifestyle and explore new opportunities.

SARS keeps tabs on South Africa’s brain drain

South Africa has experienced a large brain drain over the past few years with many skilled South Africans emigrating. However leaving South Africa doesn’t mean you can forget your relationship with SARS.