It is a common belief that it is harder for foreigners to succeed in business in an alien environment because they need to learn local business customs, culture and speak the language. And it is always a matter of how much money one can earn abroad, whether it will be enough to live and not less than the current income. What can bring you more money, op...
In the past, in order to come to the United Kingdom for business purposes you had to apply for a special business visitor visa. In 2019, the UK government decided to simplify the rules and join several categories of visit visas into one, Standard Visitor visa. Who can apply for a visitor visa to UK?You can apply for a Standard Visitor visa if you plan t...
An investor visa to the UK is a perfect solution for wealthy foreigners that want to be able to live in the United Kingdom for a long time in return for a significant contribution to the local economy. A big thing about this visa is that there is no language requirement, no work or education requirements and you can bring your family with you – work, st...
Maltese islands are known for their favourable taxation regimes both for companies and individuals. We decided to look deeper and talked to experts from a London-based company Imperial & Legal that for many years have been helping clients move to Europe and start a business there.7 key advantages of Malta’s tax system 1. Apply to refund a significan...
If you to significantly reduce your tax burden, secure a safe haven for yourself and your family in case of unforeseen situations at home and obtain a European passport for travelling without visas, the Republic of Cyprus is one of the most attractive second citizenship solutions.4 benefits of Cyprus tax system 1. Less taxes Some taxes that can put a si...
We are lucky to live in the world where borders do not prevent us from choosing where to live, most of us at least. It can be even several countries or towns at a time. You can have multiple homes and alternate between where you live based on a season, work and personal circumstances. To do this, most of us would need to follow some necessary legal and ...
Caribbean islands are very popular among holidaymakers all year round so that you have book your favourite hotel well in advance. Warm sea, lush green forests, beach activities, vibrant night life and a lot of attractions will not live you a minute free. But one thing is to come here for holidays and another thing is live here. What if you don’t have ti...
Many successful businessmen, when planning to relocate or grow business abroad, in the first place think about Europe and North America. But why not consider Caribbean countries that could also become a welcoming place to live and work? Second passport is an ideal solution for those who don’t want to lose ties to their country of origin but have access ...
European passport is the aim of many successful entrepreneurs. However, do not limit your options and disregard other opportunities. Expert immigration lawyers would tell you that Caribbean citizenship is a perfect alternative to a second passport of Malta or Cyprus. Apart from beautiful nature and warm tropical climate Antigua and Barbuda, St. Kitts an...
If you are already in the UK on a visa for personal or business reasons and have started integrating or integrated in the society, and even like British weather, refusal of visa extension will definitely knock you off your feet. Even if you have not moved to the United Kingdom yet and have only applied for a visa, a refusal is not going to be easier eit...
If you have been thinking about getting second citizenship, you must have been asking yourself which country to choose. St Kitts & Nevis, Dominica, Grenada, Antigua and Barbuda, and Saint Lucia sound very exotic. Often, they are associated with sun, sea and tropical paradise – nothing to do with an investment destination.Do not underestimate those s...
It is not always easy to get a UK visa the first time. Though there are laws in place that protect human rights, there are also many unforeseen obstacles and red tape that come into play. They can stop you from obtaining a residence permit, a job you desperately want or starting a successful business. If you are refused a visa to Great Britain, there ca...
The United Kingdom is one of the best countries in Europe in terms of building a business and social protection. Relatively low crime rate, developed infrastructure both in big cities and in the countryside, high standards of social care, etc. make it a perfect place to live, bring up children, build a career and try new things. And key thing here is ge...
Great Britain seems and is an insular country with old traditions, different mentality and complex immigration laws. But it does not mean it is impossible to move here and become British citizen. You can either do it yourself or get professional help, either way it is doable. UK passport means access to social benefits, high standards of healthcare and ...
Your tax residence status in the United Kingdom is so important that it must be determined and discussed before you apply for a visa and book a flight. The least you should establish is when you are going to become tax resident here and how to prepare clean capital to be able to live off it tax-free. Please always keep in mind that immigration status an...
A visa to the United Kingdom is a ticket to the world where the rule of law and social support are basic principles of life. When you apply for one, you might think that all necessary documents are submitted and evidence is provided to support purpose of applying for a visa, but then you get a refusal. Do not be put off by it; start by carefully reading...
When we marry, we plan to stay with our second half for the rest of our lives. Sometimes it is not as easy, because we might encounter obstacles such as country borders, laws and language. If you and your partner have different nationalities, you must fight for your right to be together and prove you can understand each other. Even if your British husba...
Tax laws in the United Kingdom are not simple, but they are quite flexible. Today we will focus on a legal term of domicile that would affect how much taxes you must pay in Great Britain.What is domicile?This word is not unique to British legal system and is used extensively in other jurisdictions. Your domicile is where you were born, come from or the ...
Unfortunately for many, Tier 1 Entrepreneur visa was closed in March 2019. However, you are among the lucky ones who had managed to get it before that, you have two possible scenarios once it expires.The best-case scenario is when your business achieves a turnover of over £5 million or employs at least 10 full-time workers who are British citizens or se...
United Kingdom, a country of ancient castles and high-tech, attracts people from all over the world with its stable economy, high social security and benefits system. Your kids will get one of the best educations, you will have access to high standards of healthcare and best imported products.Investor visa to the UK is one of the easiest and most desira...
Representative of an overseas business visa is an ideal solution if you are a top manager in a foreign company with ambitions to develop its business abroad in a country with advanced economy and independent legal system such as the United Kingdom. This business visa gives an extra bonus of obtaining UK permanent residence in 5 years and a year later Br...
Irrespective of the changes that were made in the Tier 1 Investor category, this visa is still one of the best options for wealthy foreign investors to immigrate to the United Kingdom. In return for investments, you will be able to apply with minimum requirements, bring your family and be almost unrestricted as to what you can do in the UK.By investing ...
If you are new to the UK business world, you will always come across some unknown terminology that is obvious to locals. Payroll is one of them.What does Payroll mean? Cambridge dictionary offers a few meanings for payroll, here are two main ones:1. A list of the people employed by a company showing how much each one earns.2. The total amount of money p...
The United Kingdom has been one of the most economically and politically stable countries in Europe. Do you think stability can be boring? Not really. If you decide to start a business in Great Britain, you will become part of a rich social and cultural environment, benefit from developed transport infrastructure, high-quality healthcare and education. ...
In spring 2019, British government changed the rules for applying for an investor visa by reducing the number of investment options and more. It is no longer possible to invest £2 million in government bonds and sell them in 5 years after obtaining permanent residence, maybe even get some profit. Now, a future UK investor wishing to come to the United K...
The earlier a person integrates in a society, the faster they associate themselves with it. Therefore, children and teenagers adapt to social and cultural environment of the United Kingdom easier than adults. Parents that want to give their kids the best, including prestigious education, would be asking a logical question – will their kids get permanent...
If you cannot imagine your life without mysterious moors, serene lakes, old castles and emerald woods or the vibrant life of big UK cities, you should think about how you can stay here for good. Permanent residence in the United Kingdom opens a lot of doors and gives you and your family a safety net. Besides, the British Isles are well known for their t...
To make sure we provided as detailed an answer as possible, we decided to use an unorthodox approach. We will start by explaining how a representative office is seen by potential migrants. Then we will move on to showing which company British government would consider as a full-blown branch and which organisations cannot be counted as such. We will fini...
From 29 March 2019, the UK Home Office does not accept new Tier 1 Entrepreneur visa applications. This category was replaced by Start-up and Innovator visas that are very different from its predecessor both in terms of initial requirements and extension criteria.If you are the lucky one who managed to catch the last train and obtained a Tier 1 Entrepren...
We are going to focus here on the United Kingdom and its business culture and customs; however, the same applies to businesses in many other countries. A landline phone number is something you would see everywhere in Great Britain and it characterises British mentality very well.So, why bother with the fixed-line phone? Is it not enough to have a mobile...
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