Moving to the UK: international tax planning
UK pre-arrival planning, residence and foreign income advice for internationally mobile people.
People arriving after a long period of non-UK residence may qualify for the four-year foreign income and gains regime. A claim can provide relief, but it also affects allowances and must be considered carefully.
What I review before arrival
- Your expected UK residence start date
- Four-year FIG eligibility and whether a claim makes sense
- Foreign income, gains, employment and business interests
- Overseas Workday Relief where relevant
- Investment, trust, company and property structures
- Records needed for the first UK tax return
How the review works
- 1
Confirm eligibility
Review ten years of residence history and the expected arrival year.
- 2
Map foreign income and gains
Identify sources that may qualify and the allowances affected.
- 3
Compare choices
Assess the practical result of claiming or not claiming relief.
- 4
Prepare for filing
Create a clear evidence and Self Assessment plan.
What you receive
- FIG regime reviewed
- Arrival timing understood
- A pre-arrival checklist
- UK and overseas advisers coordinated
Tell Me What Is Going On
Share the outline in your own words. I will read it personally, identify your UK tax connections, and reply with the clearest next step.
Please do not include passwords, complete bank accounts or identity documents.