London Expat Desk
Expat Desk: London.
Practical relocation guidance for professionals comparing London offers, housing and family cost.
City desk
Plan the move around the job, the home and the household cost.
London links the employment route, offer checks, housing, schools, healthcare, banking, transport, setup, departure and cost planning in one practical desk.
Cost of living
London cost of living: realistic household budgets
Start with current rent bands by district and property type, then compare worked examples for a single professional, a couple and two families.
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employment
Moving to London for a professional role
Skilled Worker planning, sponsor checks, right-to-work records and family timing.
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offer
Checking a London job offer before you travel
Gross salary, tax, rent exposure, school support, health cost and first-payroll cash.
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housing
Renting a home in London
Zone choice, flat or house searches, deposits, tenancy terms and commute pressure.
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schools
Choosing a school in London
Independent and international school names, fees, admissions timing and journey planning.
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health
Healthcare and insurance in the United Kingdom
NHS access, health surcharge, private insurance, GP registration and family cover.
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banking
Banking in the United Kingdom
Proof of identity, address evidence, salary credit, international transfers and fraud controls.
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transport
Getting around London
Tube, rail, bus, cycling, taxis, airport routes and weekly travel budgeting.
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settling
Setting up a London home
A 90-day sequence for visa, tenancy, utilities, banking, school and payroll records.
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departure
Leaving the United Kingdom
Notice, final salary, tax records, tenancy close-out, banking and school records.
Read the guideRequirements, charges, asking rents and product terms can change. Recheck the relevant authority, employer, school, landlord or provider before paying, signing or applying.