South Africa: Minister of Finance announces increase of dividend withholding tax
Reference
Effective
22 February 2017
the withholding tax on South African equities has increased from 15% to 20%.
This follows the adoption of the budget law for 2017 by the South African Finance Minister.
Further information
The Market Taxation Guide – South Africa will be updated in due course.
Customers may contact the Clearstream Banking1 Tax Help Desk, Clearstream Banking Client Services or their Relationship Officer.
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