When Tax Residency Plans Change: Leaving the UAE

When tax residency plans change, the risks are not always obvious. With insight from Scott Homewood at Trident Tax, we explore what families should consider when leaving the UAE and reassessing their position.
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A sliced and stylised image of the UAE city skyline.

When Tax Residency Plans Change: Leaving the UAE

Global Relocation

When tax residency plans change, the risks are not always obvious. With insight from Scott Homewood at Trident Tax, we explore what families should consider when leaving the UAE and reassessing their position.

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Globally Mobile Creatives and Tax Residency: Why “One Level Below” Is the Smartest Strategy

Tax Residency

Globally mobile creatives live across borders — but tax residency rules still count days. In this conversation with Richard Paul, we explore why strong travel records matter more than ever.

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Tax Residency Record-Keeping: Why “Keep Records” Is No Longer Enough

Tax Technology

Tax residency record-keeping has evolved. For advisors managing globally mobile clients, it is no longer enough to count days and store documents. In a more scrutinised compliance environment, defensibility depends on whether the evidence tells a coherent, contemporaneous story that supports the residency position.

HMRC Nudge Letters: A Quick Explainer

Tax Compliance

As an HNWI and globally mobile individual, you’re likely to come across HMRC nudge letters. But what are they, why they’re sent, who might receive one, and what are the practical steps to take with a tax advisor to prevent escalation?

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Are HMRC Tax Investigations Getting Longer?

Tax Compliance

HMRC tax investigations into individuals can be complex, time-consuming and emotionally draining, particularly for high-net-worth and globally mobile individuals. This article explores whether investigations are getting longer, why the wealthy face greater scrutiny, and how strong compliance records and automation can significantly reduce their impact.

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Relocating to the Crown Dependencies: Why Day Counting Still Matters

Global Relocation

Relocating to the Crown Dependencies can feel like a fresh start, but day counting and tax residency rules often mean you need to remember your past. This article explores why UK days still matter, how residency rules differ across Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man, and what HNWIs should prepare before and after a move.

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Why Spreadsheet Day Counting Is a Liability in 2026 (and What Advisors Should Offer Instead)

Tax Technology

Spreadsheet day counting feels familiar, but it often collapses under tax residency enquiries. We examine the hidden risks of spreadsheets and why advisors are increasingly recommending a professional, evidence-led alternative.

Golden visas in 2026: What’s Changing?

Global Relocation

European programmes are tightening or closing, non-EU hubs like the UAE and Saudi Arabia are rising, and tax authorities are paying closer attention to how and where globally mobile individuals spend their time. For HNWIs, success now depends on strategic planning, accurate day counting, and defensible residency records, not just qualifying investment.

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What Are Exit Taxes?

Tax Residency

What are exit taxes? In an increasingly mobile world, more countries are taxing unrealised gains when individuals move abroad. This article explains how exit taxes work, why they matter for HNWIs, where they’re used today, and the key factors to consider when planning a relocation, especially the importance of tax residency and robust evidence.

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The End of the Non-Dom Regime: Insights from Our Partners

Tax Compliance

The end of the non-dom regime in the UK led to three core themes: increased relocation, UAE as a favoured destination, and behavioural changes around the underlying reasons to leave. Let’s look at what has happened and what you need to know if you’re considering leaving the UK.

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Digital Record-Keeping Tips for High-Net-Worth Individuals: How to Save Time and Strengthen Tax Compliance

Tax Technology

Wealth protection today depends on strong digital record-keeping. For high-net-worth individuals, accurate, secure records lay the foundation for tax compliance and peace of mind. This article examines practical strategies to build audit-ready digital systems that protect your assets and simplify your financial life.

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Family Office Technology Solutions: The Benefits and Risks to Consider

Family Offices

Family office technology solutions are a strategic tool to increase value. From automation and data integrity to proactive compliance, digitalisation is helping family offices operate smarter and more strategically. Discover the benefits, risks, and why tools like Daysium are becoming essential for modern, audit-ready tax residency management.