Tax exemption on foreign employment income?
By Marc Sevitz · Updated
I expect to be out of the country for more than 183 days including a period exceeding
60 consecutive days.
I believe I am eligible for the tax exemption on my income for the period.
However I am unsure if I am defined as an independent contractor?
I pay myself a monthly salary from the company and therefore I believe I should
be regarded as an employee and not an independent contractor.
Would SARS ask for proof of my being away from the country, if so what information
would they require?
They would require a letter or contract of employment, proof of being outside the country for work purposes through your passport. Please make use of our mini decision tree to see if you Can I claim a portion of my foreign income as exempt?