Taxes

Demystify taxes in the UK and learn to navigate the fiscal system with clarity whether you’re an employee, a freelancer, or a business owner.

VAT refund in the UK (2026)

Can tourists claim VAT back in the UK? Learn the current rules for Great Britain, the Northern Ireland exception, and alternatives like shipping goods abroad. This guide explains the current UK VAT refund rules and outlines the alternative options available to travellers. Many travellers expect to shop “tax-free” and reclaim Value Added Tax (VAT) at […]

US-UK tax treaty guide for American expats

If you’re an American living in the UK, the US-UK tax treaty is one of the most important financial documents you’ll never read — but urgently need to understand. This guide breaks down what it actually means for your income, pensions, and day-to-day finances. You’ll discover how the treaty interacts with tax credits, pensions, and […]

Expatica UK: Guides to living in the UK as an expat

Non-Resident Landlord Scheme: guide for Expats

UK landlords living abroad may face NRLS withholding on rental income. This guide explains who deducts tax, gross-payment applications, forms, deadlines, and record-keeping. Key takeaways Topic What it means What to do next Who it applies to HMRC looks at whether your usual place of abode is outside the UK Check whether your living pattern […]

UK Non-Resident Tax Rules for Expats

If you’re an expat or splitting life between countries, UK tax can still follow you even after you move. This guide explains how HMRC decides your residence status, when UK-source income or gains remain taxable (including the year you leave), and which reliefs and forms to check to stay compliant. This guide is general information […]

Which countries have a double tax agreement with the UK?

The UK has a wide treaty network, but the effect of an agreement depends on your tax residence, the income involved, and the wording of the relevant treaty. This guide explains what UK double tax agreements do, which countries readers commonly check, how to assess relief, and what to do when no treaty applies. The […]

Non-Dom Tax Status in the UK

From 6 April 2025, the UK replaced the old non-dom remittance basis with a new residence-based Foreign Income and Gains (FIG) regime. This guide explains what “non-dom” used to mean, what changed, who may qualify for FIG relief, and what UK residents with overseas income or assets should review now. What does non-dom tax status […]

UK tax on Australian superannuation lump sums

An Australian superannuation lump sum can be tax-free in Australia and still raise UK tax questions once you live in Britain. This guide explains the main UK rules, the treaty context, and the practical steps to check before you withdraw or move the money. If you are a UK tax resident, the key issue is […]

RSU tax in the UK for expats

RSUs are usually taxed as employment income when they vest in the UK, and any later rise or fall in value can create a Capital Gains Tax question when you sell. If you are new to Britain, the UK tax system helps with the basics, but RSUs sit inside technical employee share scheme rules. The […]

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Receiving gift money from abroad: UK tax rules

If you’re receiving money from family or friends overseas, the practical questions are usually less about day‑one UK tax and more about what happens next: whether the transfer is clearly a gift (not pay, a loan, or a trust payment), what evidence you may need for bank or solicitor checks, and when inheritance tax rules—such […]

Making Tax Digital for sole traders in the UK

For many UK sole traders and landlords, HMRC’s new digital system means moving away from once-a-year reporting. Expats with overseas income, foreign property, or more complicated finances may face extra questions. You’ll keep your records digitally and submit quarterly updates through compatible software. You’ll still need to check your position at year end and pay […]

British taxes: understanding the UK tax system in 2026

Learn about the British tax system through an overview of the taxes you’ll encounter when living in the United Kingdom.

How to file income taxes in the UK in 2026

Do you need to submit a Self Assessment tax return for your UK income? Find out the income tax rates for 2026, deadlines, and how to file.

Corporation tax and other taxes for business in the UK in 2026

Businesses in the UK must pay corporation tax to HMRC. Learn how to register your company and the latest corporate tax rate.

Guide to self-employed tax in the UK in 2026

When do you become liable to pay freelance tax in the UK? Get to grips with the UK tax system for the self-employed.

Inheritance law and estate taxes in the UK

Find out everything you should know about laws of succession, inheritance tax rates in the UK, exemptions, and more.