South African tax advisory for individuals
at home and abroad.
We are a registered tax advisory practice focused on the advisory side of South African tax. Whether you are living and earning locally in South Africa, navigating complex local tax matters, or an expat living and working abroad, we help you understand your position, make informed decisions, and stay fully compliant with SARS. Taxcellent (Pty) Ltd is operated by Andrew van Schoor AGA(SA), a registered Tax Practitioner, who assists clients directly and performs all services on a professional basis. We work fully remotely, so you receive attentive, expert support wherever you are based.
Entity & Lead
Taxcellent (Pty) Ltd
Operated by Andrew, AGA(SA)
SAICA Registration
30678220
AGA(SA) Member
Tax Practitioner No.
PR0117834
Registered via SAICA
Practice Focus
Local & Cross-Border
Remote Across SA & Global
Foreign Income
Foreign Income, Exemptions & Capital Transfers
If you earn a salary outside South Africa and are still a South African tax resident, your foreign income must be declared to SARS. Many expats qualify for an exemption on up to R1.25 million of that income, but only if the qualifying criteria are met and the claim is properly supported. We calculate your foreign employment income, assess whether you qualify under section 10(1)(o)(i) or (ii), and prepare your return so the claim holds up if SARS asks questions.
Section 10(1)(o)(ii) Foreign Employment
Applies to employees rendering services outside South Africa. Entitles qualifying individuals to an exemption of up to R1.25 million on foreign remuneration, provided the 183-day total and 60-consecutive-day threshold tests are fully met and evidenced.
Section 10(1)(o)(i) Ship Crew & Officers
Applies to officers or crew members of ships rendering services outside South Africa. Assessment of eligibility under section 10(1)(o)(i) rules, preparation of returns, and compilation of supporting documentation packs.
FIA & AIT Clearances
Assisting individuals with SARS applications for Foreign Investment Allowance (FIA) certificates and Approval for International Transfer (AIT) PINs to transfer funds abroad legally and smoothly, including compiling source of funds and tax compliance verification packs.
Residency Status
Ceasing Tax Residency
If you've settled abroad permanently, you may no longer be a South African tax resident, but SARS won't know that until it's formally declared. We advise on whether and when you ceased residency, the tax consequences of leaving (including exit tax), and the process of getting your non-resident status recognised by SARS.
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Residency Determination
Detailed advice on whether and exactly when you ceased South African tax residency based on the ordinarily resident and physical presence tests.
Exit Tax Assessment
Clarification and computation of the deemed capital gains tax consequences (exit tax) triggered upon ceasing tax residency in South Africa.
SARS Formal Recognition
Guiding you through the formal declaration process so that SARS officially recognises and confirms your non-resident tax status.
Important Risk: Until your formal declaration is approved, SARS considers you an ordinary tax resident. You remain legally liable for annual submissions on your worldwide income, and any funds transferred back into South Africa without a valid non-residency confirmation or matching tax submission can be flagged directly by the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).
Tax Services
Income Tax Returns & Disputes
Compliance
Individual & entity tax returns
We prepare and submit income tax returns for individuals as well as corporate entities, trusts, and small businesses across South Africa and abroad.
- Preparation and submission of annual income tax returns, including ITR12 (individual) and ITR14 (company and trust) returns
- Advisory on the application of deductions and preparation of the required accounting records for sole proprietors
- Assistance with provisional tax returns (IRP6)
- Local and foreign income integration
- Compliance support for resident, expat, and business taxpayers
Dispute Resolution
SARS disputes
If SARS has audited, adjusted or rejected your return, we handle the engagement for you: responding to verification requests, lodging objections and appeals, and representing your position clearly and professionally.
- Responding to SARS verification and audit requests
- Drafting and lodging formal objections (NOO)
- Handling appeals (NOA) and professional representation
Entity & Professional Standing
Taxcellent (Pty) Ltd • Andrew van Schoor AGA(SA)
Taxcellent is a registered (Pty) Ltd entity. All client engagements and advisory services are managed by Andrew on a professional basis.
Andrew is a Registered Tax Practitioner (PR0117834) and Associate General Accountant (SA) registered with SAICA (30678220). Advisory is delivered with clear technical backing and professional ethics.
Consultations
Contact Info
We help individuals understand their position, make informed decisions, and stay compliant with SARS. Andrew will assist you directly on a professional basis regardless of where you are located worldwide.
Email Inquiries
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Taxcellent (Pty) Ltd • Fully remote • South Africa & Worldwide
Send an Advisory Enquiry
Let us know your situation and Andrew will assist you directly.