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Brexit Clock Ticking On UK Expats’ Finances

The deal to delay full Brexit for another 20 months is reassuring for expats and would-be expats, but the clock is still ticking to get ready in time. For Britons looking to move to Europe, this extends the cut-off date for establishing residency and locking in current benefits in an EU country to 31 December...

One Year Until Brexit: What Do We Know About Expat Rights?

Brexit day is set for 29th March 2019 and so with a year to go, what do we know about Brexit?  The focus currently is on transition, which is important, but the post transition arrangements will be what counts in the long term. The joint statement on 19th March agreed that the transitional period will...

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Quarter Of Young Brits More Likely To Emigrate Due To Brexit

New research reveals 15% of Brits are more likely to consider moving abroad for work since the Brexit vote and that the figure is almost double for 16–24-year olds (27%). A survey commissioned by moneycorp reports that young people aged 16–24 are nearly twice as likely to consider moving abroad due to Brexit. Just over...

Your Guide to Living in America

Moving To The USA? Download Our Free Guide

Expat Network has produced a new guide especially for those who are thinking of relocating to America. Your Guide To Living In America focuses on the issues you will need to address as you plan your move to America. Download, free of charge, here… Your Guide To Living In America provides you with guidance on the issues...

What Role Should Expats Play in Economic Sustainability?

Living in modern-day UK, it’s hard to ignore the issue of immigration in the wake of the EU referendum vote. This continues to polarise opinion between the left and right of the political spectrum, despite recent reports confirming that migrants from the European Union are net contributors to the UK economy and collectively pay £20...

Can I Use Split Year To Reduce My Tax Liability On Return To The UK?

We are returning to the UK after 20 years in Dubai.  My husband has taken redundancy and we were hoping that his salary plus end of service benefit was going to be received and transferred to the UK before our return, unfortunately due to the slow cancellation of Visas etc this is looking less likely. ...

HSBC Expat Explorer: Best Cities For Expat Lifestyle And Culture

HSBC’s Expat Explorer survey looks at many aspects of the expat life and has just reported on the best cities for lifestyle and culture. Whether it’s a more active lifestyle you are looking for, cultural experiences or enjoying excellent food experiences, these are the cities that expats love. HSBC point to these highlights: Culture...

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Pay Increases Expected In The Energy Sector

Airswift and Energy Jobline have launched the second annual Global Energy Talent Index (GETI), the energy recruitment and employment trends survey.  The report shows a majority expecting increased pay in the next 12 months. The survey shows the demographic profile of the industry is still dominated by males (90%) and with 49% over 45 and...

Where Am I Resident For Tax Purposes?

What is my tax status? I have been an expat since 1982 in the Falklands then the Philippines, apart from one year back in the UK in 1989. I believe I am not resident of the Philippines but a ‘tourist’. The Falklands is paying me a pension and the RAF is about to.  Jason Porter,...

As An Expat, Why Do I Pay Tax On My UK Pension?

Are you tax resident in the UK? I have lived in Thailand for 12 years and am now 74. I have only been back to the UK once in that time so I consider myself non-resident in the UK. I have been paying UK tax on a private pension since the age of 66 though...

Free – Your Guide to Living In France!

Expat Network has produced a new guide especially for those who are thinking of relocating to France. Your Guide To Living In France focuses on the issues you will need to address as you plan your move to France. Download, free of charge, here… Your Guide To Living In France provides you with guidance on the issues...

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World’s Best Places For Retirement In 2018

What are the top ten places to retire to internationally? International Living Magazine has published its Annual Global Retirement Index, identifying the best places to retire in the world. They have looked at a wide range of criteria including the ease and cost of buying or renting property, the visa and residence options available, the cost of...