How to open a bank account in the UK
Like most expat tasks, opening a UK bank account means paperwork and red tape. This post helps you cope.
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What you need to know about banking abroad, credit cards for overseas travel, exchange rates, and more.
Like most expat tasks, opening a UK bank account means paperwork and red tape. This post helps you cope.
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When you secure a job in London, several costs are associated with your move, and a railpass will be one of the major ones. Starting at £1,361.70 for a six-month travelcard, it really starts to add up… especially considering that the lump sum—a total coming to around $1,770.00—must be paid upfront. For a recent graduate just starting out in an unpaid internship in the heart of London, this trick allowed me to buy groceries without feeling guilty… a plus in anyone’s book.
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When you move abroad for a less-than-permanent term, several adult issues must be addressed. Some of them save you money, others prepare you for emergencies, but all of them are important to settle before you begin your adventure.
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If you are hoping to relocate abroad, it is vital to know how much it actually costs to pursue a move overseas first. As I went through the process of making my dream happen, I meticulously tracked every expense related…
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In the grand scheme of life, the time it takes for a visa to process is relatively short. But, when you are waiting to make your dream move overseas (or you already have your flight booked!), it can feel like a lifetime. Luckily for those wanting to relocate to the UK, priority processing is available.
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As the days dwindle to departure time, here are 7 final items to wrap up before you’re on to a new adventure.
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A small comparison of top travel cards and which I chose when I entered the big kid world.
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