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For Canadians moving to South Africa
≈ $243/mo · FX as of 2026-07-31
Annualised from a $2,917/yr requirement.
Fully operational since March 2025. Remote workers earning at least ZAR 650,976/year (~USD $35,000) from foreign employers can live in Cape Town, Johannesburg, or Durban for up to 1 year, renewable. International health insurance required. Stays under 183 days do not trigger South African tax residency.
Last updated 2026-06-09. AI-assisted; confirm on the official source.
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