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William Louw - Director: South African tax

William Louw

Director: South African tax

William started his career by studying towards a Chartered Accountant degree through Unisa. Since then he has worked in firms around South Africa and Namibia as a Professional Accountant.

He has led teams across several companies including 1st Contact’s South African tax division and started his own firm in 2011.

In 2019, William merged his company with Sable International to form our South African tax division. His goal has always been to help clients get the maximum benefit from their tax situation.

He is an avid croquet player and has frequently represented the country.

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William Louw - Director: South African tax
  William Louw   ● Nov 27, 2024

Don’t let SARS’ new eFiling regulations stand in the way ...

If you’ve left South Africa or are planning to do so while continuing to receive a retirement annuity, the lat...

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William Louw - Director: South African tax
  William Louw   ● Nov 24, 2023

Do you need an RST01 tax directive? Here’s what you need ...

If you live abroad and receive a pension or a living annuity from South Africa, you might be able to obtain a ...

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William Louw - Director: South African tax
  William Louw   ● Oct 9, 2023

Emigrating? What to know before you go

If you’re planning to leave South Africa, you can save a great deal of hassle and expense by ensuring your tax...

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William Louw - Director: South African tax
  William Louw   ● Sep 29, 2023

Tax considerations after you've left South Africa

If you’ve left South Africa, it doesn’t mean you no longer owe tax in the country. As a South African living a...

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William Louw - Director: South African tax
  William Louw   ● Jun 7, 2023

SARS admin penalties: what you need to know

SARS is levying admin penalties on taxpayers' accounts, regardless of whether they meet the criteria for filin...

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William Louw - Director: South African tax
  William Louw   ● Apr 21, 2023

Tax considerations when planning to leave South Africa

As a South African planning to live abroad, it is important to look at your tax residency holistically. Here's...

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William Louw - Director: South African tax
  William Louw   ● Sep 30, 2022

Close the door on your tax residency – deactivate your So...

If you have left South Africa, no longer owe SARS, and have no ties to the country, you should deactivate your...

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