Are you a South African expat planning to access your retirement funds? Watch this @MoneywebHoldings interview before you make your next move.

Retirement and Pension Fund Specialist Shuanita de Wet from Tax Consulting SA explains the game-changing SARS directive that came into effect on 11 April 2025. With "emigration withdrawal" now phased out, expats must comply with the new “cessation of residency” process—or risk delays, rejections, and tax exposure.

Topics Covered:

00:45 – Why SARS replaced “emigration withdrawal” with “cessation of residency”
02:04 – New tax directive process and what changes on 11 April 2025
03:30 – Which retirement funds and annuities are affected
04:56 – Risks of non-compliance and SARS’s use of AI for enforcement
06:35 – How to stay compliant: the role of tax diagnostics and professional advice

Visit Tax Consulting South Africa for more guidance and expert insights: https://bit.ly/4jAU9xs

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In this interview with Radio 786, Jashwin Baijoo (Associate Director and Head of Strategic Engagement and Compliance) at Tax Consulting South Africa, unpacks SARS’ record R1.9 trillion revenue collection.

Key topics include:

• How SARS' modernisation strategy, driven by AI and automation, has improved efficiency.
• The role of the Compliance Programme in identifying and acting on deliberate non-compliance.
• The VAT increase, and how SARS is protecting against revenue leakage through audits and verification.
• Relief mechanisms available for financially distressed taxpayers.
• Why enhanced collection capabilities may be more effective than blanket tax hikes.

For more information, read the full article: https://bit.ly/3Y0dgZv

#SARS #TaxCompliance #SouthAfricanTax #RevenueCollection #VAT #Radio786 #TaxConsulting

South African exchange control regulations have become stricter, especially for high-net-worth individuals (HNWI) and expats moving large sums abroad. In this episode, Richan Schwellnus (Tax Attorney and General Tax Practitioner) and Michelle Phillips (Tax Attorney) provide clear guidance on how to approach international transfers in line with SARS and Reserve Bank requirements.

Topics:

00:00 – Why exchange control compliance matters now more than ever
03:07 – What is Financial Emigration and its impact on your banking
04:04 – Understanding AIT (Approval for International Transfer) and what SARS looks for
06:11 – How long does it take to get approval to move funds offshore?

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Thinking about moving back to South Africa after working abroad? SARS may be waiting to assess your tax affairs - and the consequences of non-compliance can be severe.

In our latest podcast, Richan Schwellnus (Tax Attorney) and Nicolas Botha (Tax Team Compliance & Processing Manager) discuss:

00:28 - Why SARS is increasing scrutiny on expats returning home
06:06 - The "golden ticket" every expat should secure before repatriating
07:01 - How a simple bank transaction could trigger an unexpected audit
07:30 - The possible 200% penalty risk for undeclared foreign income
08:56 - Steps to ensure a smooth and compliant transition back to South Africa

Do not let SARS catch you off guard! Need expert assistance? Visit our website for more information: https://bit.ly/4iVXkiR

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Bracket Creep Explained: Does Your Salary Increase Costing You?

Are you really earning more after a salary increase, or is Bracket Creep reducing your take-home pay? Tanya Tosen, Master Mobility, Tax, and Remuneration Specialist, joins PowerFM to break down this hidden tax challenge.

Key discussion points:
2:02 – 03:03 What is Bracket Creep?
03:04 – 04:46 Direct implications and consequences of Bracket Creep
04:47 – 06:35 How salary increases can leave taxpayers with less money
06:37 – 07:03 Who is most affected by Bracket Creep?
07:04 – 08:17 Standard employer practices and their impact
08:18 – 09:30 How to mitigate Bracket Creep and optimise salary structures
09:31 – 10:52 How SARS reviews tax benefits and employer structuring
10:53 – 12:02 Are employees financially worse off, or do they break even?
12:03 – 15:27 The benefits of a higher Cost to Company approach
15:28 – 18:06 The difference between tax planning and tax evasion

Do not let Bracket Creep erode your salary - read our in-depth article here: https://bit.ly/43Dbilq

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Are you really benefiting from your salary increase? Tanya Tosen, Master Mobility, Tax, and Remuneration Specialist, explains how unadjusted tax brackets and inflation can erode your earnings - and what you can do about it.

During this interview, Tanya covers:
00:58 – 01:53 Why a salary increase does not always mean more money
01:54 – 04:03 How inflation and tax brackets impact earnings
04:04 – 04:52 The importance of structuring salary packages correctly
04:53 – 05:18 Flexible benefits that can boost take-home pay
05:19 – 06:35 Employer vs employee considerations in remuneration planning
06:36 – 07:23 Top tier professionals restructured packages worries

Want to learn more? Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3Y9ZROk

Many professionals are receiving increases—yet seeing less in their bank accounts.

In this important @KayaON959 interview, Tanya Tosen (Master Mobility, Tax & Remuneration Specialist) offers critical analysis on how bracket creep and stagnant tax thresholds are undermining income growth for employees and complicating remuneration strategies for employers.

Key topics:

00:30 – Bracket creep explained: what it means and why it matters
02:26 – Why salary increases may be taxed at higher marginal rates
05:17 – The risk of bonus payouts pushing earners into higher tax brackets
07:36 – The real cost of inflation-adjusted increases and government benchmarks
11:46 – Structuring smarter: flexible benefit models and cost-to-company strategies

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With a growing tax gap and increasing global scrutiny, South Africa’s revenue authority is investing heavily in enforcement capacity, modern systems, and data-driven oversight. In this @KayaON959 interview, Jashwin Baijoo, Associate Director at Tax Consulting South Africa, explains the strategic and operational shifts that could redefine how high-net-worth individuals interact with SARS.

Key Topics:

00:31 – The shrinking tax base and scale of non-compliance
01:45 – Unpaid taxes and the R800 billion revenue gap
03:05 – SARS’s investment in AI, automation, and systemic upgrades
04:47 – Why some taxpayers opt out of voluntary compliance
06:15 – Balancing enforcement, wealth protection, and investor confidence
09:42 – The growing focus on tax advisors and planners

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#TaxCompliance #SARS #HighNetWorthIndividuals #WealthManagement #FinancialAdvisory #SouthAfrica #TaxStrategy #AIinTax #KayaBiz #TaxConsulting