Indefinite Leave to Remain: Settle in the UK
UK Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) is an immigration status held by non-EEA nationals who have applied for and been granted permission to settle and remain in the UK without restriction. It is the main settlement option for those in the UK on a points-based visa, such as the Tier 2 General visa or the […]
Indefinite Leave to Remain After 5 Years?
Applying for indefinite leave to remain is rarely a straightforward process, given the stringent ILR requirements and since a refused application can cause huge disappointment and will result in a lost application fee. If you are looking to apply for UK Indefinite Leave to Remain after 5 years, you will need to check you qualify […]
British Citizenship
For individuals who do not automatically hold British nationality by birth or descent, the most common route to British citizenship is through naturalisation. Naturalisation is a Home Office application process requiring applicants to evidence that they meet the British citizenship eligibility criteria. Applying for British Citizenship is a major step in your life. It is a […]
UK Travel Documents
If you are a non-UK national and need to travel outside the UK without the use of a passport from your own country, you will need to obtain UK travel documents from the Home Office. The consequences of not having the correct permission when travelling can be significant, potentially affecting your ability to re-enter the […]
Non Dom Tax Status: What does it Mean?
So what exactly is a ‘non-dom’ and how is it connected to your tax status? A person’s domicile is an important factor when it comes to deciding on their tax status. The term ‘non-dom’ is used to describe a person who for tax purposes has a domicile outside the UK. The non-dom status generally brings […]
Taxes for Expats: A Guide
Many British expats mistakenly believe that once they have left the UK to live overseas, they are no longer subject to UK tax, but the situation isn’t as clear cut or straightforward as that. An expat living abroad is still liable to pay taxes on any UK income they receive. Any obligation to pay UK […]
What is Income Tax for Expats?
Even if you leave the UK and move abroad, you may still be liable to UK income tax. It is therefore important to understand if and when any UK tax liability arises, and how this may affect you. The following guide looks at income tax for expats, and what you need to know about UK […]
Non Doms Tax – The Current Position
If you are UK tax resident but not domiciled in the UK, special rules apply to determine the basis upon which you pay UK tax. Below we examine the rules relating to non doms, including recent reforms to the law. Non doms tax – Determining your domicile status Your domicile is usually the country in […]
How to Make a British Citizenship Application
Before you can make a British citizenship application, you must first check that you qualify and meet the strict eligibility criteria. [toc] Your status will also determine the process by which you are to apply for citizenship. If you qualify by naturalisation, the British citizenship application process will be different than if you are married […]
Right to Work Documents: A Guide for Candidates
Anyone seeking to be lawfully employed in Britain, regardless of nationality, residency status, age or race, will need to evidence they are legally permitted to work in the UK. This means presenting valid and acceptable right to work documents to prospective employers before you can commence employment. [toc] Right to work checks UK employers are […]
