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Happy expat family at an airport, supported by FinGlobal by Momentum’s financial solutions for South Africans living abroad, including tax, retirement, and cross-border money management. Happy expat family at an airport, supported by FinGlobal by Momentum’s financial solutions for South Africans living abroad, including tax, retirement, and cross-border money management.

Expat financial solutions

Living abroad comes with complex financial decisions, from tax compliance to accessing retirement funds and transferring money safely across borders. FinGlobal by Momentum gives South Africans the confidence to manage these challenges with trusted expertise, secure solutions, and complete peace of mind — so you can focus on building your future, wherever life takes you.

  • Global expertise. Experts in South Africa emigration finance and tax, offering trusted and compliant solutions.
  • Peace of mind. Trusted by South Africans worldwide to manage complex cross-border finances.
  • Holistic solutions. Advice, execution, and compliance, wherever you are in the world.

Supporting your journey across borders

Emigrating from South Africa or already abroad? Do you need to cease tax residency, unlock retirement funds, or transfer an inheritance securely across borders? Wherever life takes you, our expertise in tax emigration, exchange control, and cross-border money transfers ensures your finances remain secure, compliant, and always within reach.

Our services

Consultants assisting clients with South African tax emigration, including SARS returns and tax clearances.

Tax emigration

We take the complexity out of South African tax when living abroad – from ceasing tax residency and filing SARS returns to securing tax clearances and claiming refunds.

Financial adviser discussing retirement annuity withdrawal and cross-border fund management with a client.

Retirement annuity withdrawal

Make confident financial decisions with our expert support. We help you access retirement annuities, manage retirement funds, and guide beneficiaries through cross-border claims.

Two professionals reviewing documents for setting up non-resident South African bank accounts.

Non-resident bank accounts

Set up and manage non-resident South African bank accounts, tailored for expats and tax non-residents needing safe, compliant solutions.

Team monitoring global financial markets to support secure international money transfers from South Africa.

International money transfer from South Africa

Transfer money securely and cost-effectively. Whether it’s inheritance, a death claim, or a trust distribution, we ensure your funds reach you abroad without hassle.

FinGlobal – Your financial emigration partner

Simplify your cross-border finances with trusted, compliant solutions.


Financial emigration FAQs

Yes. To avoid being taxed on global income/assets, you must formally cease tax residency with SARS.

SARS will continue to treat you as a tax resident, requiring annual returns and limiting your ability to transfer funds offshore.

Yes. Filing tax emigration helps protect your financial privacy and esnures compliance across jurisdictions.

Yes. You can access the capital after completing a tax emigration. Withdrawals are subject to a three-year waiting period, which can be backdated from the date you left South Africa.

  • Up to R1m p.a. (no tax clearance required).
  • Up to R10m p.a. (requires tax clearance).
  • Above R10m (requires additional SARB approval).

Trusted by South African expats worldwide

Fast and hassle-free service. No upfront payments. Strong data protection and regulatory compliance. Professional and knowledgeable staff. Competitive exchange rates. Remote handling of all paperwork.

Martin

From our very first contact with FinGlobal, the service was nothing short of excellent. The team demonstrated professionalism, efficiency, and a clear commitment to client care throughout the entire international funds transfer process.

Philip

Whether I'm facing the complexities of foreign tax regulations or managing cross-border financial transitions, FinGlobal provides expert guidance and unwavering support.

Ria Wiid

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10 September 2025
Momentum Group acquires FinGlobal

FinGlobal has joined the Momentum Group, enhancing our global advice and cross-border financial migration capabilities.

Need other advice?

If your current financial journey is focused on planning for your future locally, building wealth, or protecting your assets and legacy, our financial advisers are here to help. Connect with a Momentum-accredited financial adviser for personalised advice that fits your context.

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