Inheritance Tax

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Definition of “Inheritance Tax” :

“Inheritance Tax” in South Africa refers to a tax paid by the beneficiary on the assets they inherit from the deceased’s estate. However, South Africa currently does not impose an inheritance tax per se but rather an Estate Duty, which is paid by the estate before distribution to the beneficiaries.

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