Ex‑Pat Tax
Inbound and outbound expatriate tax advice — residency, split‑year treatment, PAYE and social security.
Expat tax is rarely just “a tax return”. It’s a set of connected decisions across UK residency, workdays, PAYE, double tax relief and social security. We help individuals and employers get the position right and keep it evidenced, so you can avoid expensive surprises later.
Common situations we help with
- Moving to the UK for work, a business role or a multi-country assignment
- Leaving the UK and needing clarity on split-year, continuing UK ties and reporting
- Dual-country work patterns (UK workdays, travel, remote working, secondments)
- Employer-side compliance including PAYE operation and reporting
How we work (practical and evidence-led)
Residency & split‑year analysis
We apply the Statutory Residence Test and advise on split‑year treatment where relevant. We translate the technical outcome into a clear set of actions: what to track, what to file, and what to avoid.
UK tax reporting and double tax relief
Where income is taxed in more than one country, we help determine the correct UK treatment and the availability of relief (including treaty positions and foreign tax credits where applicable).
PAYE and employer support
For internationally mobile employees, we help employers understand whether PAYE is required, how to handle codes/withholding where appropriate, and what evidence should be retained.
Social security coordination
We help you understand the practical implications of social security across jurisdictions (and what documentation is commonly required) so payroll and net pay match the intended position.
Related support: PAYE services, double taxation advice and Self Assessment.
Our expat tax process
A structured approach that keeps the technical position and the evidence aligned.
- 1Fact-find & timelineWe map movements, workdays, visas, employment terms and income sources to understand exposure.
- 2Residency & split‑year conclusionWe reach a clear residency position and explain what it means in practice.
- 3Reporting and payroll actionsWe define what must be filed/withheld and what to track to support the position.
- 4Filing & ongoing supportWe support UK filings and help handle follow-up queries with clear documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Incomplete day-count/workday records, unclear residency assumptions, payroll not matching the intended treatment, and missing documentation for double tax relief. We focus on preventing these issues early.
Often yes, but it depends on your circumstances and the income involved. We’ll confirm the filing requirement and advise on split-year treatment where applicable.
You should keep accurate travel records and evidence of workdays. We’ll tell you exactly what to track for your specific role and patterns so the position is supportable if queried.
Next steps
Tell us where you’re moving from/to, your role, and whether you’re employed or self‑employed — we’ll outline the key risks, deadlines and the cleanest compliance route.