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Tax for offshore oil and gas workers explained

Tax for offshore oil and gas workers explained

People working offshore on oil rigs or supply vessels have highly complex tax requirements. This article provides a detailed overview and provides guidance to help establish where you may owe tax

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How to tell if you have to submit a UK tax return

How to tell if you have to submit a UK tax return

Even if you haven't received a letter from HMRC, you may still have to complete a Self Assessment tax return in the UK. These six steps will help you understand whether you should be completing a UK ...

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Do expats pay UK tax?

When someone leaves or moves to the UK and becomes an expat, do they have to pay UK tax?

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Expat tax return preparation: Are you ready for the tax return deadline?

Expat tax return preparation: Are you ready for the tax return deadline?

Are you prepared to submit and settle your tax return before the 2023 deadline?

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Can I contribute to a SIPP when a non-resident?

Once I move abroad, will I still be able to contribute or pay money into a SIPP?

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What is a structured note investment?

My financial adviser has proposed that I invest money into a structured note, but I am unclear what a structured note is or whether it is a good idea.

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An overview of the UK tax system for people moving to the UK

If you are planning to move to the UK, it's vital you understand your UK tax obligations before you move. This article provides a useful introduction to the UK tax system.

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What is an offshore investment bond?

My financial adviser has recommended that I use an offshore investment bond, but I'm not sure what they are. What are offshore investment bonds?

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Should I avoid offshore investment bonds?

I've read that offshore investment bonds should be avoided because they are mis-sold by financial advisers looking to earn commission from my investments. Should I avoid offshore investment bonds?

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What is an investment platform?

I am evaluating my investment options and I am considering using an investment/fund platform, what exactly are they and what do they do?

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What is Split Year Treatment?

I am spending some of this tax year working abroad and therefore I am not going to be a tax resident in the UK for the whole tax year. What is Split Tax Treatment, will it apply to me and how could I ...

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What is RDR3?

I live outside the UK and I have been asked to check RDR3 to understand more about my UK tax residence status, but what is RDR3?

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I want to retire abroad, where do I start and how do I create my retirement plan?

I want to retire abroad, where do I start and how do I create my retirement plan?

Retiring abroad is a dream for so many people, but the complexities around retiring abroad are much greater than retiring in your home country. This article looks at the key decisions you will need ...

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Do I have to pay inheritance tax?

An explanation of inheritance tax rules for expats and non-UK residents who are still UK domicile.

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Top Ten Tips For Settling Into Life In Singapore

Top Ten Tips For Settling Into Life In Singapore

Moving to Singapore can be a challenging experience if you haven't prepared properly. Friend of Experts for Expats and Singaporean resident, Lisa Pickering, has provided us with her top 10 tips for ...

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