Help, advice and events for expats around the world

Working with our trusted partners, we've created a library of articles, guides, videos and events covering a broad range of subjects to help people living and working abroad.

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Tax in South Africa for Expats

Tax in South Africa for Expats

Tax in South Africa can be a complex business and this article aims to provide an easy to understand overview, including the changes introduced for 2021 and 2022.

South Africa
How to spot a rogue financial adviser

How to spot a rogue financial adviser

Find out the common tricks and tactics rogue financial advisers will use to try and take your money away from you and know the steps to help ensure you avoid making a massive financial mistake

Everywhere
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)

An overview of stamp duty, including detailed information about how much you have to pay when buying a house in the UK

United Kingdom
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Inheritance tax advice for expats and non-UK residents

If you are a British expat you may be unnecessarily exposed to inheritance tax. Discover how you may be able to legitimately minimise this exposure.

United Kingdom
The UK State Pension

The UK State Pension

If you're a British expat, retired or otherwise, discover your State Pension options and help maximise your retirement income

United Kingdom
Annuities

Annuities

If you have a pension, purchasing an annuity is a big decision, and something which pension companies will push – but what are they?

United Kingdom
Finding a lost pension

Finding a lost pension

If you haven’t received your pension statement for over a year, you may have "lost" your pension. Find out how you can take steps to trace it again.

United Kingdom
Renting out your home as an Expat

Renting out your home as an Expat

If you are planning to rent your UK home or property, our guide is essential to understand the key factors you will need to consider

United Kingdom
Study abroad checklist

Study abroad checklist

If you are considering studying abroad, this study abroad checklist will help you understand what you need to do before you make the move.

United Kingdom
International moving companies

International moving companies

Read our guide to moving home to find out the intricacies of how relocating internationally introduces a number of factors you need to consider

United Kingdom
Annual tax on enveloped dwellings (ATED)

Annual tax on enveloped dwellings (ATED)

An overview of Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED), how ATED works, including details about properties that it affects, and who it applies to.

United Kingdom
UK National Insurance as an Expat

UK National Insurance as an Expat

Find out how your National Insurance obligations and options change as and when you relocate outside of the UK with our online guide

United Kingdom
Residency and visa options in Portugal and Spain for British expats post Brexit

Residency and visa options in Portugal and Spain for British expats post Brexit

If you are relocating to either Portugal or Spain, this article explains what you need to know about visas in both countries – which is essential information for British expats post Brexit.

Portugal
Taking out life assurance as an expat

Taking out life assurance as an expat

An explanation of why life cover policies are more complex for people who live abroad and what you can do to ensure you get the most appropriate cover

Everywhere
Important financial & tax issues for British Expats either moving to Cyprus or living in Cyprus

Important financial & tax issues for British Expats either moving to Cyprus or living in Cyprus

If you are a British expat living in Cyprus, or considering moving to Cyprus, this article explains the various tax requirements and financial opportunities that exist for you.

Cyprus

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