Steps to opening a Portuguese bank account from South Africa
by Leanne Shrosbree | Nov 5, 2021
Opening a bank account in Portugal can be a complicated process as most banks won’t allow you to open an account unless you visit a branch in ...
Read moreMoving to the UK in 2022? National Insurance will cost you more
by Leanne Shrosbree | Sep 10, 2021
The UK government has announced tax hikes to fund a Health and Social Care Levy. This means a National Insurance increase in 2022.
Read moreFind the right accommodation in the UK
by Leanne Shrosbree | Jun 1, 2021
The quality and cost of accommodation in the UK can vary greatly. While it might be daunting to try and figure out where you’ll live when movi...
Read moreMust know facts about the UK
by Leanne Shrosbree | Apr 20, 2021
If you’re not sure where to start your UK research, have a look at some of the information below. This three-minute crash course will give you...
Read moreFinding a community of expats in the UK
by Leanne Shrosbree | Mar 15, 2021
Finding a community of like-minded expats in the UK from your home country can be challenging. Whether you’re contemplating the big move, or a...
Read moreBeware of new HMRC National Insurance scam calls
by Leanne Shrosbree | Feb 24, 2021
Criminals have clever ways of defrauding millions each year. They often combine new-school technology with old-school tricks to get people to ...
Read moreDo you know the difference between your NI and NHS number?
by Leanne Shrosbree | Feb 22, 2021
Most expats who move to the UK for the first time will need to get a National Health Service (NHS) number and a National Insurance number (NI/...
Read moreA complete guide to the Scottish education system
by Leanne Shrosbree | Feb 5, 2021
Moving to Scotland can be an overwhelming experience. Aside from finding a new home, there are numerous other factors to consider, including s...
Read moreUK healthcare: Everything you need to know about accessing the NHS
by Leanne Shrosbree | Oct 26, 2020
The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) provides healthcare for both people living in the UK and visitors to the country. If you’re thinking of...
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