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UK to South Africa:

Tax & Visa Planning for Investment and Relocation

A complimentary webinar for UK citizens exploring relocation, lifestyle change or property investment in South Africa.

28 May 2026

14:00 SA Time (13:00 UK)

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About this webinar

Relocating or investing across borders is a significant decision that benefits from careful, informed planning. Our upcoming webinar is designed for UK citizens considering a move, lifestyle change, or investment journey into South Africa. This webinar sets the scene for understanding the practical and strategic factors that can shape a smooth transition, helping you approach your plans with greater clarity and confidence.

This session is ideal for those seeking practical insight and strategic guidance before taking the next step. By attending, you will gain a clearer understanding of how early planning can support long term goals and safeguard your interests when moving or investing across borders. Join us for an informative discussion designed to help you make confident, well considered decisions on your journey from the UK to South Africa.

Key topic areas

In this session, the following key topics will be discussed:

Visa Options for UK Citizens

Overview of available visa categories, including the Critical Skills Work Visa, Retired Person Visa, and pathways to permanent residence.

Pathways to Permanent Residence

Understanding how visa selection impacts long-term residence and settlement in South Africa.

South African Tax Considerations

Tax residency, implications for UK citizens, and managing exposure across jurisdictions.

Property Investment Structuring

Key considerations when acquiring property in South Africa, including ownership structures and long-term positioning.

Exchange Control and Repatriation of Funds

Ensuring funds are introduced and structured correctly to preserve the ability to repatriate capital and returns.

Who should attend?

Built for high-intent, financially qualified UK citizens exploring South Africa.

UK-based families planning a move (6–18 months)

Interested in visas, schooling, lifestyle
Budget: £1m+ / R20m+

Lifestyle relocators and semi-retirees

Seeking better quality of life, space, outdoor living
Considering the Retired Person Visa
Typically cash buyers or low leverage

Investors and second-home buyers

Looking for a Cape Town base plus rental income
Interested in tax structuring and moving funds offshore
Focused on compliance and efficiency

Also relevant for

Early-stage explorers

Have visited or planning a trip to Cape Town
Not ready to buy yet but actively researching
Likely to rent first, then purchase

Meet the speakers

An expert panel guiding you through the practical and strategic factors of moving or investing across borders.

Sophie Gamborg

Founder

Sophie Gamborg Global Property

Sophie Gamborg is the founder of Sophie Gamborg Global Property, a boutique buying advisory specialising in helping international clients purchase property in Cape Town. With a background at Savills in London, Sophie combines UK market experience with deep local knowledge of the Cape Town property landscape. Working exclusively for buyers, she advises overseas clients on where and how to buy, from identifying the right areas and properties to navigating the South African purchasing process. Her work extends beyond property, guiding clients on relocation considerations including schooling, lifestyle, tax, and structuring alongside a trusted network of specialists. Sophie relocated to Cape Town in 2021 and works closely with international families, investors, and second-home buyers looking to make a well-informed and confident move.

Manfred Barnard

Senior Immigration Consultant

Foreign Buyer Property Solutions

Manfred Barnard serves as a Senior Immigration Consultant at Foreign Buyer Property Solutions, overseeing complex immigration portfolios and guiding a team to deliver seamless client solutions. With extensive experience in South African immigration legislation and compliance, he advises both corporate and high net worth private clients on a wide range of visa categories, including work, business, and permanent residence applications. Recognised for his meticulous attention to regulatory detail and ability to navigate intricate cases with the Department of Home Affairs and various Embassies, Manfred’s hands-on leadership and technical expertise ensure a compliant, efficient, and results-driven client experience.

Nicolas Botha

Tax Compliance & Processing Manager

Tax Consulting South Africa

Nicolas Botha, Tax Compliance & Processing Manager, brings extensive expertise in expatriate tax compliance, with a focus on South African tax residency and individual income tax profile analysis. His daily interactions with SARS have honed his deep understanding of their requirements and technical processes, particularly in the context of South Africans working abroad.

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28 May 2026 · 14:00 SA Time (13:00 UK) · Zoom · Complimentary

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