Expat Services

Finding the right bank accounts, insurance and making sure you don't get stung by transferring money can be difficult and stressful.

We've compiled these helpful lists of services to make it easier to find providers you can trust.

Useful websites and services designed with expats in mind

Click on a service below to view a list of providers.

Bank Accounts

Expat bank accounts are special accounts for people living outside their home country. We've compiled a list of accounts available for British expats.

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Find an expat bank account

Currency Exchange

We've collated a list of currency exchange companies we believe offer outstanding value and services for making international payments.

Find a currency exchange company

Travel Insurance

Not all travel insurance policies will cover you if you live outside your home country. View a list of companies who will insure British expats.

Find expat travel insurance

Health Insurance

Many countries require health insurance to be in place before you arrive—make sure you're covered before you move and the level of cover is right for you.

Find expat health insurance

Moving Companies

To ensure any move abroad from the UK is as stress-free as possible, it's essential to choose an international moving company you can trust.

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Find an international moving company

British Groceries

If you've moved away from the UK and miss British food, there are a number of online British food shops offering global delivery.

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Find British groceries online

Help & Advice

Browse our most recent help and advice articles for expats

Here are our latest articles for expats, covering various aspects of living or working abroad. You can also explore all our articles to filter by country and nationality.

British

Moving to Cyprus: A guide for British people looking to relocate

This article offers practical insights for British people considering moving to Cyprus, covering key topics such as property, residency permits, taxation, retirement and business setup. It highlights ...

10-06-2025 Cyprus

Everyone

Moving to New Zealand on a Straight to Residence Visa

Wondering whether you can move to New Zealand to work on a long-term basis? This guide for expats outlines the key things you need to know about the Straight to Residence pathway and whether you ...

10-06-2025 New Zealand

American

Key US and UK tax deadlines for American expats living in the UK

Staying on top of both US and UK tax deadlines as an American living in the UK is essential to remain compliant and avoid penalties. This guide outlines the key dates, filing obligations, and ...

03-06-2025 United Kingdom

Everyone

AI and Tax: Why DIY tax "advice" is likely to be a costly mistake

This article explores the growing trend of using AI tools, eg ChatGPT, for international tax advice and highlights the risks and misconceptions associated with a DIY approach to doing your taxes. The ...

03-06-2025 Everywhere

Everyone

Birmingham: The UK’s rising star for property investment

Birmingham is gradually emerging as one of the UK’s most exciting property investment hotspots. Backed by £billions of ambitious redevelopment projects of the past couple of decades, the UK’s second ...

02-06-2025 United Kingdom

Everyone

Trumps tariffs: Navigating the shockwaves and staying calm when making decisions

Exploring the impact of Trump’s recent and ongoing tariff policies on global financial markets and how people can stay calm amidst economic uncertainty. Emphasising the importance of focusing on ...

31-05-2025 Everywhere