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Leaving the UK

The non-dom regime ended in April 2025 and the departures followed. What travels with you is the obligation: the rules that still apply, and the record that shows you kept to them.

Leaving the UK / non-dom · 8
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Dangerous Day Counting Assumptions When Leaving the UK

Some of the most dangerous day counting assumptions when leaving the UK come from thinking a day count that looks safe on paper is enough. Three real cases show how ties, work presence and evidence quality can overturn what seemed like a comfortable margin, and what that means for anyone counting on assumptions alone.

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What Are Exit Taxes?

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.

Relocation & jurisdictions · 5

Golden visas in 2026: What’s Changing?

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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The Unspoken Stress of Moving Countries (and How to Ease It)

Moving countries is exciting but it’s also a minefield of emotional strain, admin overload, and hidden financial risks. One of the most overlooked? Day counting for tax residency. Get it wrong, and you could face unexpected liabilities. This article explores the psychological side of relocation, why day counting is so important, and how to make it a stress-free part of your move.

Global Mobility Trends: Are Golden Visas Ending?

With golden visas ending or being significantly reformed in countries like Spain and Portugal, HNWIs must adapt to new residency and compliance challenges. This article explores the latest changes, alternative residency options, and the importance of tax residency compliance to avoid unexpected liabilities.

Day counting · 2
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Relocating to the Crown Dependencies: Why Day Counting Still Matters

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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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