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Foreign Employment Exemption in South Africa (2026)
Up to R1.25 million foreign employment income exempt if >183 days abroad (60 consecutive).
South Africa · Special Tax Regime · 2026
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How it works
Up to R1.25 million foreign employment income exempt if >183 days abroad (60 consecutive). Excess taxed at standard rates.
Who qualifies?
Residents working abroad for more than 183 days in a 12-month period
Regime vs. Standard Rate
| Scenario | Rate / Tax |
|---|---|
| Standard South Africa top rate | 45% |
Calculate your take-home under Foreign Employment Exemption
Enter your salary and select South Africa + the expat-exemption regime in our calculator.
Planning overview — not tax advice. Regime rules change; verify with a licensed Maltese advisor and official sources. See our methodology for data sources.