Expat Money Newsletter - December 2017

Welcome to the Expat Money Newsletter for December. We are once again focusing on the personal finance issues that matter to you as an expat, or would-be expat.

Best Savings Rates In Expat Banking

The best current offering for sterling offshore savers is Skipton International’s 1.25%, if you have £10,000 and can give 200 days’ notice of withdrawals.

You can beat this rate if you can leave your savings untouched for three years. Skipton International offer 1.5% annually over this period for a £10,000 minimum.

For dollars, Standard Bank pays 1.05% for $10,000 or more, with 196 days’ notice.

Only one offshore bank is offering any interest on euro savings. Kleinwort Benson offers 0.01% for deposits of €100,000-plus.

Cover For Winter Travel Accidents

In the wintertime a person may move to a cold country from a warm one, and can be caught off guard by the change in climate. There are certainly risks to travelling in wintry areas. Pacific Prime Insurance Brokers covers some of the most common accidents that occur in cold climates, and lets you know how you can protect yourself with international health insurance.

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