What is the current 2020 2021 annual exemption applicable to foreign investment income?
Andrew Mclaughlin
Published Feb 17, 2026
As from 1 March 2020, foreign employment income not exceeding R1,25 million is exempt, provided the person spends more than 183 days (2020 and 2021 tax years: 117 days), of which at least 60 days is continuous, outside South Africa in any 12 month period commencing or ending during that tax year.
How much investment income is taxable?
Investment income may also be subject to an additional 3.8% tax if you’re above a certain income threshold. In general, if your modified adjusted gross income is more than $200,000 (single filers) or $250,000 (married filing jointly), you may owe the tax.
What is the investor tax rate?
Short-term capital gains are taxed just like your ordinary income. That’s up to 37%, depending on your tax bracket.
How is investment income taxed in South Africa?
This interest income is subject to income tax and is taxed at your marginal tax rate. Individual taxpayers enjoy an annual exemption on all South African interest income they earn, set by SARS every year. You need to declare local interest (source code 4201) in the Investment Income section of your tax return.
What is the tax rebate for 2020-21?
Rebate limit under section 87A for all the Financial years
| Financial Year | Limit on Total Taxable Income | Amount of rebate allowed u/s 87A |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-21 | Rs. 5,00,000 | Rs. 12,500 |
| 2019-20 | Rs. 5,00,000 | Rs. 12,500 |
| 2018-19 | Rs. 3,50,000 | Rs. 2,500 |
| 2017-18 | Rs. 3,50,000 | Rs. 2,500 |
How do you avoid tax on investment income?
In this Guide:
- Capital Gains Should Be Long-Term.
- Keep Your Portfolio in Tax Sheltered Accounts.
- Invest in Municipal Bonds.
- Consider Real Estate Investments.
- Fund Your 401(k) Beyond Your Employer Match.
- Max Your IRA Savings Every Year.
- Take Advantage of an HSA If You Can.
- Consider a 529 for Education Expenses.
What is S8E SARS?
S8E provides that dividends on shares that constitute hybrid equity instruments are deemed to be income and are therefore subject to income tax. S8EA provides that dividends on third-party backed shares are deemed income and are therefore subject to income tax.
What is 80C in income tax 2020-21?
The maximum deductions available under a few sections are as follows: Section 80C to 80CCC: ₹ 1,50,000. Section 80CCD: ₹ 50,000. Section 80D: ₹ 30,000 for self, spouse and children, ₹30,000 for parents, ₹50,000 for senior citizens.
What investments are tax-free?
Top 9 Tax-Free Investments
- 401(k)/403(b) Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan.
- Traditional IRA/Roth IRA.
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Municipal Bonds.
- Tax-free Exchange Traded Funds (ETF)
- 529 Education Fund.
- U.S. Series I Savings Bond.
- Charitable Donations/Gifting.
How can I reduce my taxable income in 2020?
As of right now, here are 15 ways to reduce how much you owe for the 2020 tax year:
- Contribute to a Retirement Account.
- Open a Health Savings Account.
- Use Your Side Hustle to Claim Business Deductions.
- Claim a Home Office Deduction.
- Write Off Business Travel Expenses, Even While on Vacation.
How do you declare investment income?
Investment Declaration is made on Form 12BB that has to be submitted at the end of the financial year. Please note that this form is NOT to be submitted to Income Tax Department, but has to be submitted to your employer. In the first part of Form 12BB, you can fill the details required to claim tax deduction on HRA.
Do you pay tax on investment gains?
You may have to pay Capital Gains Tax if you make a profit (‘gain’) when you sell (or ‘dispose of’) shares or other investments. Shares and investments you may need to pay tax on include: shares that are not in an ISA or PEP.
