South Africa and the United Kingdom entered into an agreement in 1978, otherwise known as a Double Taxation Agreement. This agreement is to eliminate double taxation in relation to Estate Duty (Inheritance Tax).

Whether you are the buyer or the seller of property, one of you is going to be paying SARS - be sure to clarify before you enter into the sale exactly who is liable for what.

Assets in South Africa need to be managed by an executor legally authorised Master of the High Court. It’s important to be cognisant of implications in the legal administration of Deceased Estates.

Here’s a short guide to help ensure that your documents for use outside South Africa are legally valid.

When planning to buy property in South Africa, you need to be aware of the costs involved ahead of your property search. Here we outline the main costs, which vary depending on a number of factors.

An Apostille is a certificate that authenticates the origin of a public document. This article explains when you need an Apostille.

In order to bring a sense of calm during this period of panic, it is recommended that you get your affairs in order and seek professional assistance, legal, financial and tax, relating to your estate as a whole. We are specialist private client attorneys and we are here to help you through this tumultuous time.

Choosing an executor can be stressful, particularly if you have more than one child, a complicated estate (i.e., many assets or debts), or you anticipate conflict among your beneficiaries. Here are some guidelines you can follow to facilitate the process.

We outline the main features of the administration of a deceased estate, as well as the legal aspects involved.

In the case of a life partner who is a foreign citizen, you can apply for a spousal visa when you’re in a permanent relationship or married to a South African Citizen or a foreigner that has a permanent residency permit in South Africa. This is where a Spousal Affidavit will be necessary to process your application.