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Offshore investing tax implications



Mo says:
24 February 2016 at 17:11

What are the tax implications of investing in offshore unit trusts and shares and how does one disclose it in your tax return. Thank you

TaxTim TaxTim says:
25 February 2016 at 13:45

Are you a South African tax resident?
Am I a tax resident of South Africa?

Mo says:
28 February 2016 at 22:07

Yes I am a South African tax resident.

TaxTim TaxTim says:
29 February 2016 at 10:28

You would need to request a statement from the financial institution and convert the investment income to Rands (if applicable). You would need to declare the interest, dividends and capital gains in your tax return.

TaxTim TaxTim says:
29 February 2016 at 10:29

You would also need to reflect the foreign tax which has been withheld.

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