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Explore the benefits of retiring in South Africa — from its affordable cost of living and quality healthcare to its stunning scenery and vibrant culture. Whether you prefer coastal towns or lively cities, South Africa offers a relaxed, enriching lifestyle for retirees. Browse our guides and resources to help plan your ideal retirement.

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Inside South Africa’s Immigration Reset: Economic Merit, Retirement Visa Restrictions and Taxing All Immigrants on The Cards

Demonstrating economic merit and contribution to South Africa is set to become a central requirement in immigration policy, with proposals to assess applications for work visas, and permanent residency on criteria strongly linked to how foreign nationals contribute to the country’s economy.

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More Americans Are Choosing to Call South Africa Home —Here’s Why

More Americans Are Choosing to Call South Africa Home – Here’s Why As of the 2022 Census, South Africa is home to over 2.4 million foreign-born residents, among them around 7,400 individuals originally from the United States. While Americans make up a small share of the expatriate population, signs indicate a growing interest in making

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Living the Good Life: Fine Dining, Art, and Culture for the Elite Retiree in South Africa

Living the Good Life: Fine Dining, Art, and Culture for the Elite Retiree in South Africa Retirement is not just about slowing down—it is about indulging in the finer things in life. For the high-net-worth globetrotters seeking a destination that offers all that and more in their golden years, South Africa presents an unrivalled opportunity

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Wealthy international buyers eye SA property for holiday, retirement and investment

Wealthy international buyers eye SA property for holiday, retirement and investment An Austrian family recently bought a R72 million holidayhome in Silverhurst Estate, Constantia in the Western Cape after only one visitand within 48 hours thereafter. All the way from the London Home Counties, a wealthy Britishretiree chose to buy property in South Africa to

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John-Paul Fraser

Tax Attorney, Admitted Attorney, BCom (Law), LLB at TAX CONSULTING SOUTH AFRICA

John-Paul is employed at Tax Consulting South Africa and is an Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa, having completed his BCom Law Degree LLB Degree. He is in the process of completing his Masters in Business Administration (MBA) through the University of Suffolk in England. John-Paul specialises in cross-border taxation and has found a passion in the technicalities and relief offered under the international legal framework ensuring that tax treatment of income and assets are correctly allocated to the relevant tax jurisdictions.

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Keri Culver

Senior Immigration Consultant at Xpatweb

Keri has dedicated the past eight years to the immigration industry, gaining extensive experience in Canadian, South African, Australian, EU, UK, African, and Mauritian visa processes. She manages a large corporate client portfolio, ensuring tailored solutions for businesses and individuals alike. Her comprehensive knowledge, combined with her extensive travels, enables her to provide personalised and effective immigration strategies to clients worldwide. Keri takes pride in delivering exceptional client service, ensuring every individual’s journey through immigration is smooth and efficient.