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Split Year Treatment and how it reduces your UK tax exposure

Split year treatment can significantly reduce your UK tax liability in the year you move, but it’s only available in specific circumstances. The rules are strict, and mistakes can lead to double ...

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UK banks, including Barclays, are closing expats' accounts: What are your options?

More and more British expats are receiving letters telling them that their UK based financial accounts are shortly going to be closed. This article explains the background and various options ...

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Overseas pension transfers: What every expat needs to know

Transferring a UK pension while living overseas can offer flexibility and reduce currency risk, but it also exposes you to potential tax, regulatory and investment challenges. Many past ROPS/QROPS ...

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Financial planning, pensions and wealth management explained for British Expats in Ireland

Relocating to Ireland from the UK brings major, and often unexpected, financial changes. From how your UK investments are taxed to the new inheritance tax rules, every aspect of your wealth, ...

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UK Expat Mortgages: How to secure a mortgage while living abroad

UK expat mortgages remain achievable for overseas buyers and homeowners, but the process is slower and more complex than standard lending. With interest rates likely to remain steady in the short ...

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Expat health insurance: Finding the right cover for living abroad

Expat health insurance policies provide long-term medical cover for people living or working abroad. They go beyond travel insurance by covering everyday healthcare needs, from GP visits to emergency ...

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Expat travel insurance: Finding the right cover while living abroad

Standard UK travel insurance rarely protects British people who live abroad full-time. Expats need policies that cover multiple countries, flexible trip durations and access to medical care ...

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Irish mortgages and buying property in Ireland as an expat

British citizens can freely buy property in Ireland, but post-Brexit mortgage rules and lending criteria mean preparation is key. While much of the process mirrors the UK, non-resident applicants ...

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Moving to Ireland from the UK: Understanding the Common Travel Area

British citizens don't need a visa to move to Ireland under the Common Travel Area, but it doesn’t grant full EU rights. While that make moving to Ireland simpler than most other countries, this ...

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Investment and financial planning in Italy for British expats

Moving to Italy changes how your money is taxed, invested and protected. This guide explains how Italy treats UK investments, pensions and savings, the impact of IVAFE and IVIE wealth taxes and why ...

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Italian healthcare system for British citizens

It's essential to understand how healthcare works once you become a resident in Italy. Italy's Servizio Sanitario Nazionale (SSN) provides universal coverage similar to the NHS, but with key ...

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Understanding Italy–UK taxes for British expats in Italy

This article provides an overview of how British individuals in Italy are taxed under Italian law and the UK–Italy Double Taxation Treaty. It outlines residency rules, differences between tax years, ...

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Cultural differences between Canada and the UK and minimising culture shock

While the UK and Canada share language and heritage, everyday life differs more than many expect. From communication styles to community values and workplace culture, understanding these differences ...

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Italian visa options for British citizens

Since Brexit, British citizens must apply for a visa and residence permit to live in Italy. This guide explains each Italian visa option, including elective residence, work, self-employment and ...

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Canadian mortgages for expats and non-residents

Securing a mortgage in Canada as a non-resident or foreign national can be complex. This guide explains how residency status, lender requirements and provincial rules affect your ability to buy, what ...

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