Money and finance help for expats

Managing your money and investments when you move abroad can be complicated, and  extra caution is definitely required. We've created this library of information and guidance on what you need to know to manage your money and finances when you're living abroad.

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What are structured notes, how do they work and what are the risks?

Structured notes are fixed-term complex investments that track the performance of derivatives over a period of time. This article gives an overview of structured notes and provides examples of how ...

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Financial Planning Checklist

Financial Planning Checklist

Our financial planning checklist will help you understand what you need to consider as an expat living abroad

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Offshore Investment Bonds

Offshore Investment Bonds

Offshore Investment Bonds get mixed reviews. When implemented correctly, they can be an excellent investment opportunity, but they can be abused and end up costing expats a lot of money

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Offshore investment platforms

Offshore investment platforms

Offshore investment platforms enable people to manage their investments through an online service based in an offshore jurisdiction.

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Expat Banking: Choosing the right bank account

Expat Banking: Choosing the right bank account

When people relocate internationally, often bank accounts are one of the last things on the list. However, ensuring you have access to your money without incurring unreasonable fees is vital

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Expat Estate Planning

Expat Estate Planning

Information about how to plan your estate to ensure that you and your estate are both protected from unnecessary inheritance tax

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How to calculate what I need to pay into a pension

How to calculate what I need to pay into a pension

This article provides a clear breakdown on how to calculate exactly what you should be contributing to your pension to get the retirement you want

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Transferring pension funds to a SIPP: Options available for British expats and foreign nationals living in the UK

Transferring pension funds to a SIPP: Options available for British expats and foreign nationals living in the UK

While self-invested personal pension schemes (SIPPs) were originally designed for more experienced investors, more and more people (including UK non-residents) are transferring their personal pension ...

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401K: Should American expats no longer living in the US close their 401k and/or IRA accounts?

401K: Should American expats no longer living in the US close their 401k and/or IRA accounts?

Options for American's living or planning to live abroad who have been told their 401k or IRA accounts need to be shut down.

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‘Green-Screening’ your future investments: Why ethical investing is important to understand

‘Green-Screening’ your future investments: Why ethical investing is important to understand

This article provides an an in-depth look into how you can ensure that your important investments are done both ethically and efficiently.

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Financial advice for foreign nationals living in Italy

Financial advice for foreign nationals living in Italy

Foreign nationals in Italy are finding themselves in need of expert advice to know exactly how to declare their foreign assets and income to meet Italian tax obligations. This article provides an ...

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Financial Emigration for people leaving South Africa

Financial Emigration for people leaving South Africa

The process of financial emigration can be rather complex, especially for foreign nationals leaving South Africa, and with new laws set in 2020 by the National Treasury and SARS, now is a better time ...

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Financial considerations of Executive Expats living in Africa

Financial considerations of Executive Expats living in Africa

Executive expats in Africa require access to tailored and independent wealth management advice provided within a safe and secure financial centre in which to grow and protect their wealth.

South Africa
Retirement Planning for British Expats in Spain

Retirement Planning for British Expats in Spain

While Brexit has scuppered many British peoples' retirement plans, Spain still presents wonderful opportunities for retirement and smart financial planning can ensure an expat's retirement is ...

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British expats' investments post-Brexit

The tremors of the Brexit vote are still being felt across financial markets around the world. The initial devaluation of the pound was widely forecast, but what choices are available for expats ...

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