Retirement

Plan your dream retirement in the UK: get insights on UK pensions, savings, healthcare, and finding the best spot to live your golden years.

UK Pension Annuities explained for Expats

A UK pension annuity can convert some or all of a defined contribution pot into regular retirement income. For expats, it also means considering cross-border tax, overseas payments, and currency risk. This guide compares annuities with drawdown and the State Pension, and highlights key checks before a hard-to-reverse decision. Key takeaways Start with these checks […]

Retirement in the UK: top questions answered

Enticed by the thought of retiring in the UK? Find out about UK retirement, from pensions, healthcare, and wills to the best places to live.

Understanding pensions in the UK

Learn how UK pensions work for expats, including state pension rates, age, and what contributions you’ll need to make to qualify.

Wills and estate planning in the UK

Creating wills in the UK can seem daunting because of the different legal systems going back centuries. Expatica explains it all simply.