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UK Expat Guides — Visas, Relocation, Work & Life in the UK

A complete index of every guide on Moving to the UK — covering visa routes, relocation planning, employment, healthcare, everyday life, business, and US citizen resources. Use this page to navigate the full library, whether the research is just beginning or the move is already underway.

327+ guides Updated April 2026 Verified against GOV.UK

Visas & Immigration

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The UK's points-based immigration system covers a wide range of routes depending on the purpose of the move — work, study, family, or investment. Most long-term residents begin with a work or family visa before applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain and, if eligible, British citizenship. Every major route is covered here, cross-referenced with the latest Home Office guidance.

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Not sure which visa applies? The UK Visa Guide overview maps every route by purpose and nationality.

Overview
Work Visas
Study Visas
Family Visas
Settlement & Citizenship
Visit & Entry

Working in the UK

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The UK job market has its own conventions — from the CV format employers expect to the right to work checks every employer must carry out. This section covers job searching, interviews, employment contracts, payslips, salaries by sector, employment status, self-employment, pensions, time off, and working on a visa.

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How to Write a UK CV is the logical starting point — the format differs from most countries and is one of the most common reasons applications are screened out.

Job Search
Pay, Contracts & Rights
Salaries
Working on a Visa
Self-Employment

Relocation & Moving

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A physical move to the UK involves more logistics than most people anticipate — shipping belongings, understanding customs relief, finding accommodation before arrival, and navigating the first few weeks without a UK bank account or credit history. This section covers the full process including Transfer of Residence (ToR1) relief, shipping options, and guides to specific parts of the UK.

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The UK Relocation Guide for Expats is the best starting point — a full end-to-end timeline from pre-departure to settling in.

Healthcare & the NHS

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Most people moving to the UK on a visa of six months or longer will have paid the Immigration Health Surcharge, giving access to NHS care on broadly the same terms as a UK citizen. Registering with a GP is the essential first step. This section covers NHS eligibility, GP registration, prescription charges, emergency care, private insurance, and what the NHS does and does not cover.

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GP registration should happen as soon as possible after arriving — most NHS services require it. How to Register with a GP covers the step-by-step process.

Living in the UK

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Life in the UK as an expat comes with a learning curve — cost of living varies enormously between London and the rest of the country, the housing market has its own rules, and everyday things like council tax, bank holidays, and seasonal traditions work differently. This section covers cost of living, the best areas to settle, and practical guides that go beyond what any government website covers.

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The UK Cost of Living 2026 guide covers current figures for rent, food, transport and utilities across cities — a useful starting point for budgeting before a move.

Everyday Life
Christmas in the UK

US Citizen Guides

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Americans moving to the UK face complications other nationalities do not — most significantly, the US taxes citizens on worldwide income regardless of where they live. The UK also requires an ETA for short visits, and visa options vary depending on job offer, family situation, or qualifications. This section covers everything specific to US citizens, including a full tax cluster explaining FBAR, FATCA, the US-UK tax treaty, and capital gains rules on UK property.

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Moving to the UK from the USA is the broadest starting point. The tax cluster covers IRS obligations specific to Americans living abroad.

Moving & Visas
US Taxes — Americans in the UK

Moving from Romania

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Romanian nationals can move to the UK under the same points-based immigration system as all non-UK nationals. EU free movement ended in January 2021, but the routes available — Skilled Worker, Health and Care Worker, Youth Mobility — are well-suited to the Romanian professional community. These guides are available in both English and Romanian.

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The complete guide to moving to the UK from Romania covers the end-to-end process. Romanian speakers can access the full library at ro/mutarea-in-marea-britanie.

Before You Move
Life in the UK — After You Arrive

Starting a Business & Companies House

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Expats setting up a limited company or registering an overseas business in the UK must file with Companies House. Since 2024, Companies House also requires identity verification for all directors and persons of significant control. These guides cover incorporation, annual accounts, identity verification, and financial penalties.

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If setting up a company in the UK, How to Set Up a Limited Company as an Expat covers the full process from choosing a structure to first filing.

Education & Online Learning

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From the UK school curriculum for expat children to online courses that help new arrivals build in-demand skills for the UK job market, this section covers education at every level. The online learning cluster focuses on courses that are recognised by UK employers and provide a practical route to career change or upskilling after a move.

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If you're looking to upskill after moving, Skills to Learn Before Moving to the UK identifies the qualifications UK employers value most from international candidates.

Schools & Children
Online Learning

Driving & Car Insurance

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Driving in the UK requires a valid licence — most non-UK licences are accepted for up to 12 months, after which the holder must convert to a UK licence or pass the UK driving test. Car insurance is a legal requirement from the moment a vehicle is driven on a public road. This section covers licence conversion, car insurance for expats, and car finance options.

Driving Licence
Car Insurance
Car Finance

UK Economy

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Understanding the UK's economic context is increasingly relevant for expats making long-term plans — from salary expectations and housing affordability to public spending decisions that affect services. This section covers fiscal policy, defence spending, and welfare reforms that directly or indirectly affect people living and working in the UK.

News & Updates

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UK immigration rules, salary thresholds, healthcare policy and cost of living figures change frequently. The news section covers policy announcements, Home Office updates, employment law changes and everyday-life developments affecting people living in or moving to the UK. Browse by category or visit the main news page for the latest.

Find trusted expat services

From international removals to UK bank accounts and car insurance — the expat directory connects people with vetted providers across every category.

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About these guides

Moving to the UK is an independent expat resource written by journalists and writers with direct experience of the UK immigration system and expat life. Every guide is researched against primary sources — GOV.UK, HMRC, NHS England, the Home Office, and the Office for National Statistics — and reviewed for accuracy before publication. Each article shows its original published date alongside the most recent update date, so it is always clear how current the information is.

The content is designed to help readers understand their situation, not to substitute for regulated legal or financial advice. For immigration decisions, always verify against current GOV.UK guidance before proceeding.

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