FAQ: I work for a foreign government in South Africa, what are the tax implications?
In terms of Section 10(1)(c)(iii) any remuneration paid to any person of a foreign diplomatic or consular mission in South Africa is exempt from normal tax in South Africa on condition that the person is based in South Africa solely for the purpose of holding office as an official of a foreign government and he/she […]
FAQ: In the past I was employed outside South Africa, in another country, and I received pension. Do I pay tax on this amount?
Any pension received or accrued to any resident from a source outside South Africa which is not deemed to be from a South African source, in consideration of past employment outside South Africa, is exempt from normal tax in South Africa.
FAQ: I received pension outside South Africa, do I pay tax on this amount?
Pensions received by or accrued to a resident under the social security system of another country are exempt from normal tax in South Africa.
FAQ: I worked outside South Africa, in another country, for a South African company, how do I treat my remuneration/income?
Remuneration as a result of services rendered for an employer outside South Africa is exempt from tax in terms of section 10(1)(o)(ii) of the Income Tax Act if: The employee is outside South Africa for a period of more than 183 days in any twelve month period and the employee is outside South Africa for […]
FAQ: How is the income received by me treated if I am married in community of property to my spouse?
Income received by (or accrued to) a taxpayer (other than that from the carrying on of any trade, but including investment income and capital gain transactions), is deemed to accrue to the spouses in equal portions. This includes rental from the letting of fixed property/assets that forms part of the communal estate.
FAQ: For how long am I expected to keep the supporting documents?
You are required to keep all supporting documents for a period of five (5) years from the date of submission of the return as SARS may request these documents to verify the information declared on your income tax return.
FAQ: How do married couples submit the supporting documents?
If you are married in community of property, the certificates received by both you (the taxpayer) and your spouse are required If you are married out of community of property, only the certificates that you receive are required”
FAQ: Who can submit the tax return on my behalf?
A tax practitioner that is registered with a recognised controlling body may submit a return on your behalf. Alternatively contact SARS for assistance to complete your personal income tax form.
FAQ: Where on can I see the amount I must pay to SARS on eFiling?
The amount payable by you will be detailed on the ‘Statement of Account’ and/or Notice of Assessment’ issued by SARS.
FAQ: Where can I find information to help me fill in an income tax form correctly?
For information on how to fill in your Income Tax Return (ITR12) correctly visit the SARS website, access the Filing Season webpage, alternatively search for the Comprehensive Guide for Personal Income Tax.
