The Tax Consulting Podcast
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Featuring a range of specialists from various departments across Tax Consulting South Africa, including legal, tax, and accounting professionals, each episode offers in-depth discussions on key topics such as expatriate tax, tax residency, SARS updates, compliance strategies, and more.
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The Tax Consulting Podcast
New Tax Directive to Impact Expats’ Retirement | Moneyweb | Shuanita de Wet
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
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