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Moving To London

Moving to the UK?

So, you've decided to move to the UK... That's the easy part, now you've got to apply for a visa, open a UK bank account and think about where you'll live and work in London. Luckily, you're not the first Australian, New Zealander or South African to move to London, all of us at TNT have been in your shoes. We can offer advice on finding a doctor, insurance and transport, and more. We also have tips to bolster your budget, including how to claim rebates on your tax and National Insurance.

Visas

The visa rules have changed

Unless you're lucky enough to have a UK or EU passport, Australians, New Zealanders and South Africans will need a visa to work in the UK.

Say goodbye to verandahs, carports and clotheslines - living in London is a lot different to back home.
Our tips on how to register with a doctor, use the NHS (National Health Service) and stay healthy while you're living in London.
Make the most out of earning the GBP with our tips on banking, tax, pensions and more.

Working in the UK

If you apply for a working holiday visa now, you'll fall under the existing laws, but from November all the rules will change.
Everything you ever wanted to know about transport in London and the UK, from buying a car to riding the big red buses.
Our tips on your insurance needs while living in the UK.
Checklist
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Use our interactive checklist to make sure you're on track for the big move

Check you have a valid passport
Apply for a visa
Book your flight

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Find somewhere to stay
Check your work status
Set up a UK bank account
Tidy your tax affairs

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Get vaccinated

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Source your medical records
Put together a CV and get letters from references
Appoint a power of attorney
Make a will

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Arrange your travel insurance
Start tying up loose ends
Retain your right to vote

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Clear up your stuff
Redirect your mail
Start packing
Say your goodbyes

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