International Tax Advice for Individuals
We provide international tax advice for UK individuals, including those moving to or from the UK or managing overseas income, assets, or work arrangements. Our team helps you understand your UK tax residency, reporting obligations, and cross-border tax risks, with clear, practical guidance tailored to your circumstances.
Our international tax services form part of our wider Private Client Tax offering, supporting individuals with complex UK and cross-border tax matters.
Who We Help
We work with a wide range of individuals, including:
- Individuals relocating to the UK for work
- UK residents moving abroad or becoming non-resident
- Expats returning to the UK
- Individuals with overseas income or investments
- Those working across multiple countries
Our UK International Tax Services
Understand your UK tax residency status
Understand and determine your UK tax residency status.
Residence & Domicile Planning
Advice on residency changes, domicile considerations, and their tax implications.
Tax Compliance Management
Ensure compliance with UK tax rules and filing requirements.
Reporting & Disclosure Support
Manage reporting obligations, disclosures, and tax authority correspondence.
Proactive Tax Planning
Plan ahead to minimise unexpected tax exposure and future liabilities.
Cross-Border Tax Coordination
Coordinate tax considerations across multiple jurisdictions and international activities.
Moving to the UK – Tax Advice for Individuals
Relocating to the UK can create significant tax implications. Early planning can make a meaningful difference to your overall tax position.
We can assist with:
- Determining your UK residence status
- Pre-arrival planning, including timing of income, bonuses, dividends, and capital gains
- Assessing eligibility for Foreign Income and Gains (FIG) relief
- Reviewing eligibility for Overseas Workday Relief (OWR)
- HMRC registration and initial compliance requirements
- UK tax return preparation and filing
Our goal is to make your transition to the UK as smooth and tax-efficient as possible.
Leaving the UK – Tax Planning and Compliance
Leaving the UK, whether temporarily or permanently, requires careful tax planning to avoid unexpected liabilities.
We provide guidance on:
- Your UK residence position in the year of departure, including split-year treatment
- Timing of income, dividends, and disposals
- Managing ongoing UK tax obligations, such as property income
- Ensuring compliance with UK reporting requirements
We help you leave the UK with clarity and confidence in your tax position.
Tax on Foreign Income and Overseas Assets
If you live in the UK or have UK obligations, foreign income and assets often require careful reporting and planning.
We can support you with:
- Reporting overseas income and gains
- Understanding the remittance basis and related rules
- Foreign tax credit relief and double tax treaty considerations
- Capital gains on overseas disposals
- Practical support gathering information and preparing calculations
- Tracking UK and overseas workdays
- Inheritance tax planning in an international context
We tailor our advice to reflect your personal circumstances and long-term goals.
Why Early Tax Planning Matters
Timing plays a crucial role in international tax. Decisions taken before moving country, starting employment, or making disposals can significantly impact your tax position.
Early advice helps you:
- Avoid unexpected tax charges
- Take advantage of available reliefs
- Stay compliant across jurisdictions
- Make informed financial decisions
International Tax FAQs
How is UK tax residency determined?
Do non-residents pay UK tax?
Do I need to submit a UK tax return if I’m non-resident?
What is Overseas Workday Relief (OWR)?
What is the remittance basis?
Can you help with tax reporting outside the UK?
What does your service cost?
Meet Our International Tax Team
Lucy Crow
Director
Claire Nolan
Senior Manager
Allyson Smith
Assistant Manager
