A Guide To Setting Up A Bank Account In The UK

Settling down in a new place takes time, even if you move to a place you really like. However, once you get accustomed to the culture and lifestyle of new home, planning your finances should be one of your top

9 Things Expat Brits Miss About Home

Dorothy was right, there really is no place like home. When she began to miss Kansas, all she had to do was click those ruby slippers together and be whisked magically out of Oz back to Aunty Em and the

How To Register With A Doctor In The UK

The National Health Service, or NHS, is the largest and oldest healthcare provider in England. It is known to be one of the leading healthcare systems in the world. Records show that the system caters to over one million patients

Visa Diaries: The Final Word

by Genevieve Rogis Over the next few months, I will be applying for an unmarried partner visa in the UK. You can start from part one of my Visa Diaries series here.My visa arrived yesterday! I’m now in the throes

How To Apply For A National Insurance Number In The UK

The United Kingdom is a popular expat destination for many reasons, including its culture, lifestyle, benefits, healthcare, diversity, education, infrastructure, and career opportunities. Outsiders considering a move to this place should not be deterred by its high living costs, unpredictable

Do We Do Enough To Make Expats Welcome in the UK?

The UK has a long tradition of immigration. Many argue that the island is a nation of immigrants, its character and culture shaped by successive waves of migrants from pre-Roman times to the modern day. Their contribution to Britain’s history,

Visa Diaries: Waiting

by Genevieve Rogis Over the next few months, I will be applying for an unmarried partner visa in the UK. You can start from part one of my Visa Diaries series here. You get a lot of sympathy when you’re