Double Taxation Agreement

Double Taxation Agreement Tax preparation service in Johannesburg We are dedicated to being the preferred specialist tax provider of South African expatriates.

This is especially true for expatriates with more complex tax affairs or when compliance and optimal tax planning is imperative. Our aim is to provide an efficient and first-time accurate service offering to minimise your tax obligation and help you safely navigate the complexities of expatriate tax law.

Recent developments suggest SARS is applying far greater scrutiny to taxpayers relying on Double Tax Agreements (“DTAs”)...
19/06/2026

Recent developments suggest SARS is applying far greater scrutiny to taxpayers relying on Double Tax Agreements (“DTAs”) to cease South African tax residency, with increased requests for supporting evidence and a stronger focus on treaty requirements.

For many South Africans abroad, where you live may no longer be the only question. The real issue is whether you can demonstrate the precise point at which you became exclusively tax resident in another country under the applicable DTA.

As SARS intensifies its focus on residency timelines and supporting documentation, taxpayers should ensure their position is both technically correct and capable of being substantiated.

Read more to understand what this could mean for your non-resident status: https://bit.ly/4w2O1Es

18/06/2026

Few experiences are as overwhelming as receiving unexpected communication from SARS, particularly when you believe your affairs are in order and are unsure how to respond.

For many South Africans living abroad, dealing with complex tax matters can quickly become a source of significant stress and uncertainty. Understanding your position, knowing your rights, and having the right guidance can make all the difference.

A special thank you to Delano Abdoll, Legal Manager: Cross-Border Taxation at Tax Consulting South Africa, and our Tax Disputes Team for their commitment to helping clients achieve clarity and resolution during some of their most challenging tax matters.

If you are facing uncertainty with SARS or need clarity on your South African tax position, contact our team to discuss your circumstances and explore the options available to you: https://bit.ly/4rbcUL2

18/06/2026

Elke jaar begin duisende Suid-Afrikaners hulle nuwe lewens oorsee by lande soos die Verenigde Koninkryk, Australië, die Verenigde State van Amerika, die Verenigde Arabiese Emirate en Kanada.

Wat baie mense nie besef nie, is dat hierdie lande ook deel vorm van Suid-Afrika se uitgebreide netwerk van Dubbelbelastingooreenkomste. Dit speel 'n belangrike rol in hoe inkomste tussen land belas word en waar belastingregte uiteindelik berus.

Hoewel hierdie ooreenkomste aansienlike verligting teen dubbele belasting kan bied, is dit nie ‘n outomaties proses nie.

Indien jy dit oorweeg om jou Suid-Afrikaanse belastingstatus te beëindig, kontak Vivian Cox (Belastingkonsultant vir Buitelandse Werknemers) vir meer inligting: https://bit.ly/4etAzSz

A Double Taxation Agreement (“DTA”) is designed to prevent the same income being taxed twice, provided the taxpayer acti...
15/06/2026

A Double Taxation Agreement (“DTA”) is designed to prevent the same income being taxed twice, provided the taxpayer actively qualifies and correctly claims relief.

With the 2026 filing season approaching, SARS deadlines are set at 13 July to 23 October 2026 for non-provisional taxpayers, and 22 January 2027 for provisional taxpayers and trusts.

Under South African tax law, DTA relief must be supported by a compliant tax profile and accurately declared foreign income. It is not automatically applied where eligibility exists under the treaty.

Compliance activates treaty protection, not assumption.

Ensure your position is correctly prepared before filing season closes: https://bit.ly/4rbcUL2

Recent SARS developments, supported by redacted correspondence, indicate a clear shift towards a more technical and subs...
11/06/2026

Recent SARS developments, supported by redacted correspondence, indicate a clear shift towards a more technical and substance-based approach to Double Tax Agreement (“DTA”) residency determinations.

SARS is moving beyond reliance on departure dates and passport stamps, with the June 2025 update to Notices of Non-Resident Tax Status now requiring the qualifying basis for cessation of residency to be recorded, including where DTA relief is applied.

At the same time, taxpayers are facing increased requests for supporting documentation, including foreign tax residency certificates, employment and immigration records, and evidence supporting treaty tie-breaker analysis.

Contact us to review your DTA residency position and ensure your tax affairs are fully supported: https://bit.ly/4dXMY2b

11/06/2026

Wêreldwye onsekerheid laat baie Suid-Afrikaners wat oorsee woon hul langtermynplanne heroorweeg. Die werklike vraag is egter of jou belastingstatus steeds van toepassing sal wees indien jou persoonlike of finansiële omstandighede in die toekoms verander.

Om jou Suid-Afrikaanse belasting status te beëindig vereis meer as net ’n besluit. Dit vereis ’n feitlike besluite wat ooreenstem met jou intensies en toekomstige planne.

Indien jy dit oorweeg om jou Suid-Afrikaanse belastingstatus te beëindig, kontak Vivian Cox (Belastingkonsultant vir Buitelandse Werknemers) vir meer inligting: https://bit.ly/4ogLsM4

11/06/2026

Global uncertainty is prompting many South African expatriates to reassess their long-term plans abroad, but the real issue is not whether tax non-residency is possible, rather whether it remains defensible if your circumstances change.

Ceasing South African tax residency requires more than a decision. It requires a position that is grounded in your facts, supported by your intentions, and consistent with your future trajectory.

Considering ceasing your South African tax residency? Contact Delano Abdoll (Legal Manager: Cross-Border Taxation) for specialist cross-border tax advice tailored to your circumstances and long-term objectives: https://bit.ly/4v4NBNK

South Africa’s Double Taxation Agreement (“DTA”) relief is not automatic and must be maintained through ongoing SARS com...
09/06/2026

South Africa’s Double Taxation Agreement (“DTA”) relief is not automatic and must be maintained through ongoing SARS compliance.

With the 2026 filing season approaching, deadlines are set for 13 July to 23 October 2026 for non-provisional taxpayers and 22 January 2027 for provisional taxpayers and trusts.

The existence of a DTA does not remove your obligation to file a South African tax return and formally claim treaty relief. Where a SARS profile is non-compliant at assessment stage, SARS may delay or refuse to apply that relief.

Filing season is where your treaty position is either protected or placed at risk.

Act early before assessment pressure begins: https://bit.ly/4rbcUL2

Double Taxation Agreements often requires more than a technical interpretation of the legislation, as each matter depend...
05/06/2026

Double Taxation Agreements often requires more than a technical interpretation of the legislation, as each matter depends on how the relevant treaty provisions interact with a person’s individual circumstances and how those principles are applied in practice throughout the process.

The experience shared reflects the value of consistent and reliable support, where clear understanding at each stage helps ensure that matters progress, ultimately contributing to a positive outcome.

For those seeking clarity on their own cross-border tax position, engaging early support can assist in bringing structure and certainty to what can otherwise be a complex process: https://bit.ly/4rbcUL2

04/06/2026

Every year, thousands of South Africans quietly build new lives across leading global destinations, including the United Kingdom, Australia, the United States, the United Arab Emirates and Canada.

What many do not anticipate is that these same destinations are also covered by South Africa’s extensive Double Taxation Agreement (“DTA”) network, which plays a decisive role in how cross-border income is taxed and where taxing rights ultimately sit.

While these agreements can provide significant relief from double taxation, they do not apply automatically.

If you are living abroad or planning a relocation, contact us to ensure your DTA position is correctly assessed and structured from the outset: https://bit.ly/4rbcUL2

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