UK Tax Guides for Expats


Whether you are leaving the UK, moving here, or living abroad while still owning UK property or income, the rules can be hard to untangle. Our guides explain them in plain English, written by a CTA-qualified expat tax specialist.

You will find practical guidance on UK tax residence and the Statutory Residence Test, tax on rental income and dividends for non-residents, self-employment income, tax codes and who needs to file a UK tax return. The guides are general information rather than personal advice, so if you would like to talk through your own position, you can book a consultation or find out more about our UK tax residence assessments and UK tax return support.

Non-Resident Capital Gains Tax on UK Property: A Complete Guide

Non-Resident Capital Gains Tax on UK Property: A Complete Guide

Selling UK property from abroad? Learn when non-resident Capital Gains Tax applies, how to calculate your gain, and how to report and pay within 60 days.
HMRC Nudge Letters for Overseas Income and Gains: What You Need to Know

HMRC Nudge Letters for Overseas Income and Gains: What You Need to Know

Received an HMRC letter about overseas income or gains? Find out what a nudge letter is, what it covers and what to do if you get one.
UK Automatic Residence Tests: SRT Explained

UK Automatic Residence Tests: SRT Explained

Learn how the automatic residence tests work, which ones can make you non-resident or UK resident, and how the result affects your UK tax position.
UK Automatic Overseas Tests: SRT Explained

UK Automatic Overseas Tests: SRT Explained

Learn how the automatic overseas tests work, which of them can make you non-resident, and how the result affects your UK tax position.
UK Sufficient Ties Test: SRT Explained

UK Sufficient Ties Test: SRT Explained

Learn how the sufficient ties test works, which UK ties count, and how your days in the UK decide whether you are tax resident.
UK Tax Residence When Leaving The UK: A Guide To Breaking Residence

UK Tax Residence When Leaving The UK: A Guide To Breaking Residence

Moving abroad? Find out how to break UK tax residence, when split year treatment may apply, and what to check before you leave.
Who Needs To File A UK Tax Return: Filing Criteria For 2026

Who Needs To File A UK Tax Return: Filing Criteria For 2026

Not sure if you need to file a Self Assessment return? See who has to file, the main criteria for 2026 and when you may not need to.
UK Double Taxation Relief for Expats: How Do Treaties Work?

UK Double Taxation Relief for Expats: How Do Treaties Work?

Taxed in two countries on the same income? Learn how UK double tax treaties work and how relief can stop you paying tax twice.
UK Tax Relief On Business Mileage: Reduce Your Tax Liability

UK Tax Relief On Business Mileage: Reduce Your Tax Liability

Use your own vehicle for work? Learn how business mileage relief works, what you can claim and how it can reduce your UK tax bill.

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