Non Resident Tax implications on rental income property in South Africa?

  Written by Marc   Posted 17 May 2015

I am non resident south African citizen working off shore for the past couple of years, I own various properties in south Africa, two of which generates rental income, however I still owe bonds on it, and currently renovating one of these properties, can I claim back the taxes paid on the renovations as well as the architects fees

Do I need a tax number and do I have to file a tax return?

  Written by Marc   Posted 17 May 2015

I am a pensioner and permanent resident (German nationality) since 1996. My wife and I lived from our savings, never had any earnings in South Africa and therefore never registered for taxes. In 2000 my wife got breast cancer and her treatment negatively influenced our savings. I therefore started consulting work outside South Africa in Zimbabwe, Kenya and Saudi Arabia. I was always more than 1 year working in these countries but never more than 2 years. I am now 71 years of age and got a contra...

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Tax implications of foreign monetary transfers?

  Written by Marc   Posted 11 May 2015

I am a permanent resident in South Africa, (not employed) Married to a South African. Due to financial constraints I am obligated to transfer some of my foreign savings from my account overseas into my South African Bank account, to pay bills in South Africa (Electricity, home loan etc. ). Would I be taxed on this? I was recommended to put the amount source down as a "gift" by my bank, is this correct?

List of codes required for an ITR12?

  Written by Marc   Posted 11 May 2015

List of source codes

Source code for Interest Received for IT3b

  Written by Marc   Posted 30 April 2015

What is the source code for interest received to be used on a IT3b?

How do I register as taxpayer at SARS if I work and stay in Botswana. I do earn rental income is SA.

  Written by Marc   Posted 30 April 2015

I am a SA Citizen. I work and live in Botswana for the past 15 years. I bought residential property in SA which I am renting out. How do I register at SARS for this rental income if I stay and live in Botswana? What documents will SARS need to register me? Can I take my Botswana proof of residence (for FICA purposes).

Compensation of home based care worker - tax obligations?

  Written by Marc   Posted 30 April 2015

I would like to understand the tax obligations, if any, for the following scenario and hope you will be able to assist with such. I am disabled and had to employ the services of a home based care worker to assit in my daily living activities/requirements. (since Jan 2015) According to my understanding, such is not deemed to be a formal employment and thus would not be taxable (same as domestic workers), but I just want to make sure. Neither is UIF payable. Now for the tax question: The carewor...

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What is the maximum amount a pensioner can earn from investments to avoid provisional tax?

  Written by Marc   Posted 21 April 2015

I am 73. I earn a pension of R237600 pa before tax. I get rental income on investments of R15000 pa. Do I have to pay provisional tax?

PROPERTY OWNED BY A CC - WHAT IS BEST, SELL THE CC OR THE PROPERTY

  Written by Marc   Posted 21 April 2015

What is best from a tax point of view when selling property (vacant land selling price R1. 5m) owned by a CC: 1. Sell the property out of the CC, or 2. Sell the members' interest

Gift/ Living inheritance - tax consequences?

  Written by Marc   Posted 21 April 2015

Hi. I am purchasing a property for R1m. I have obtained a loan from the bank for R800K, and my dad will be giving me R200K to pay the difference of the purchase price. Please advise what tax implications there are on this- it is a living inheritance, payable to him only IF and WHEN he requires it. Or basically I dont have to pay him back. Thanks.

I would like to find out the total interest included in my taxable income?

  Written by Marc   Posted 6 April 2015

Hi, Please can you tell me if I am beneficiary of a trust under 65 years and my only income is local interest of 21500 and foreign interest of 2750 received from the trust how much will be the total interest included in my taxable income

Multiple Parties Making Rental Income off a Single Property they Each Hold equal ownership of.

  Written by Marc   Posted 6 April 2015

Good day, myself and two other parties have purchased a house with the intention to earn a rental on the property. My question is: do we split the incomes/expenditures three ways and all declare the third of the overall resulting calculation? It is also important to note that I am a single person and the other two are married in community. Would that mean that I would have to declare a third and then each of them declare two thirds as SARS automatically sees them as a 50:50 and calculates on hal...

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What is the non-taxable amount in respect of interest received in 2015/2016?

  Written by Marc   Posted 6 April 2015

What is the non-taxable amount in respect of interest received in 2015/2016?

Can you be issued an IT3B without having any investment products of any kind?

  Written by Marc   Posted 6 April 2015

Can you be issued an IT3B without having any investment products of any kind?

Informing SARS of Inheritance or donations received from overseas?

  Written by Marc   Posted 6 April 2015

I am a SA tax resident. What is the process regarding informing SARS if I receive inheritance or a donation from an offshore relative into my offshore account? Also do I need to pay any tax other than CGT going forward?

Buying for a company on personal account - can I claim for tax purposes?

  Written by Marc   Posted 8 March 2015

I buy groceries and prepaid electricity every month for the company I work for then they refund me. Will this be an issue for SARS when I do my tax return? I spend about R50 000 odd a month.

Wear & Tear: what % can I claim on my computer/mobile/garmin/camera, etc, which I use in my work?

  Written by Marc   Posted 6 March 2015

I would like to know what percentage I can claim for wear & tear on tools of my trade, per year? I am an environmental consultant and need to take not only my pc and mobile into the field but also binoculars, camera, anemometer, garmin gps, etc. . .

Reimbursed tuition fee?

  Written by Marc   Posted 5 March 2015

My employer reimburses my tuition fee if I passed all subjects. I am studying a PGDA and I am a trainee. Is the reimbursed tuition taxable?

Registering for a tax number with SARS?

  Written by Marc   Posted 5 March 2015

I've noticed conflicting information re: how to register for a tax number in South Africa. I'm an international student studying in South Africa and will be working part-time during my studies. Can you confirm what is now required to register for a tax number?


-completed IT77 form
-copy of certified ID document/passport/driver's license

Do I still need to include a proof of address? (I'm currently renting a flat so I only have a lease agreement)
What about 3...

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Deferred payments with SARS?

  Written by Marc   Posted 4 March 2015

Can SARS impose the 10% late payment penalty when the taxpayer has requested a deferred payments arrangement? This would be in relation to provisional tax period 2015/02.

Am I correct in what I propose doing?

  Written by Marc   Posted 2 March 2015

I have dual citizenship. I have resided in the UK for the last 5 years with my children. Income from living annuity is being limited to 3%. I plan to sell my shares over 8 years and remit the proceeds together with the annuity to cover my living expenses and then increase my annuity to cover future shortfalls on my living expenses. I am 75 years old. My intention is to keep my taxable income below the tax threshold. I pay 15% WHT on dividends. I earn no income from any other source in South Afr...

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Non resident tax payer

  Written by Marc   Posted 1 March 2015

I am a non resident South African - I have been living outside of the country continuously for approximately 3 years. My only source of income in South Africa is a rental property that I own. I still pay a bond on that property. I have therefore tried to complete my return by noting the above. Is there any other procedures that I should follow as a non resident, in terms of making SARS aware that I am residing outside the country at present?

Where to declare foreign income on ITR12

  Written by Marc   Posted 28 February 2015

I am in the US on a work visa. I have not been back to US in over 2 years. I have South African rental income for the 2014 tax year but no salary income. Where do I declare my foreign income on my ITR12? Is it under SARS code 4222 or Exempt Amount i. T. O. S10(1)(o), or both?

Audit complete, still no refund from SARS?

  Written by Marc   Posted 26 February 2015

I filed my return on 07/01/2015. I received no communication from sars until 02/02/2015 informing me I was selected for an audit. I submitted all required documents. I received the letter of completion of audit on 23/02/2015. My statement still shows the same refund amount, but since then no refund was paid.

Do I qualify for a tax refund?

  Written by Marc   Posted 25 February 2015

I find your blog interesting and helpful and I believe you can help clear out the confusion that I have. I started working from 1 May 2014 as a temporary employee until 30 September 2014 and I earned R5000 a month during that time. I was made a permanent employee as of 1 October 2014 and I started earning R10000 a month. I am currently registering as a tax payer with SARS and I wonder if I will qualify for a refund from SARS or not?
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