Moving to the UK from the USA — Your Complete 2026 Guide
Everything US citizens need to move, work, study, and build a life in the United Kingdom. Visas, costs, healthcare, jobs — all researched, updated, and written specifically for Americans.
Start Here — Essential Guides for Americans
Everything US citizens need for a successful UK move — visas, ETA, costs, healthcare, cultural differences, and the path to permanent residency and British citizenship.
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Mandatory since 25 Feb 2026. Fee rises to £20 on 8 April. Who needs one, how to apply, and transit rules.
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Work, study, family, and settlement routes — which visa suits your situation and how each leads to permanent residency.
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Skilled Worker visa: £41,700 salary threshold, IHS £5,175 for 5 years. ILR changing to 10 years from autumn 2026. Every route explained.
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The £29,000 income threshold, savings formula, fees rising April 2026, and the full 5-year route to ILR and citizenship.
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Graduate visa cut to 18 months from Jan 2027. Fees, IHS, maintenance funds, work rights, and the pathway to settlement.
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IHS £1,035/yr. Prescriptions £9.90 in England. NHS dental bands explained. Private insurance from £48/month. What healthcare really feels like.
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London rent £1,800/month. Council tax ~£181/month. Upfront budget £17,000–£30,000. Every number you need before you move.
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ETA, passport, visas, financial evidence — what you actually need at the border and what happens when you arrive.
Read the guide →U.S. Tax Obligations Don't Stop at Heathrow
The United States taxes by citizenship, not residence. Every American in the UK carries an IRS filing obligation alongside their HMRC one. Our dedicated tax hub covers every part of that picture — from who must file and FBAR rules, to the UK-US treaty and what ISAs mean for your return.
19 guides covering IRS filing requirements, FBAR, FATCA, the Foreign Tax Credit, deadlines, UK pensions, ISAs, property sales, state taxes and the UK-US tax treaty.
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FEIE vs Foreign Tax Credit, employment income, UK pensions, ISAs, property sales, FBAR, contractors and state taxes. Start here.
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Which accounts count, what the $10,000 threshold means in practice, penalties, and how to catch up on missed filings.
Read the guide →Thousands of live UK vacancies across tech, healthcare, engineering, finance and more. Roles eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
Search jobs →Build the skills and qualifications UK employers look for. 10,000+ courses, many online and self-paced.
Browse courses →Our curated directory of UK services for expats — housing, finance, healthcare, immigration, moving, and more.
Browse directory →Job agencies, job search tools, networking platforms, and career resources tailored for international professionals.
Find resources →UK bank accounts, credit building, mortgages, money transfers, and financial services for new arrivals from the US.
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