Tools & guidance

Settling in the UK

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Checklists, tips and guidance to help you get ahead with setting up your finances so you’re ready to start a new life in the UK

Before you move

Before you move

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Things to consider before you arrive in the UK

Get ahead with finding work, a place to live and opening a bank account before you arrive in the UK

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How banking works in the UK

A summary of how to manage your money while living in the UK

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Meet the International Banking Centre team

Find out how our International Banking Centres can help you open an overseas bank account before moving abroad

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Expat Explorer

The world’s largest global survey of expats provides a unique insight into life overseas

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Global Tax Navigator

A useful tool that provides local tax information for different countries

How HSBC can help

Open an overseas account

Open an overseas account

UK current accounts

UK current accounts

International money transfers

International money transfers

Expat banking

Expat banking

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Make the most of your tax allowances

Understanding the tax system is a key advantage − and a necessity

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Starting your own business

Starting your own business requires some serious consideration

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Access to your money

How to keep cash available and save long term

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Protecting your family

Protect your family's lifestyle if you found you were unable to work

Once you're in the UK

Once you're in the UK

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How banking works in the UK

A summary of how to manage your money while living in the UK

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Moving to the UK: your to-do list

A checklist of financial tasks to consider when you move to the UK

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Guidance for key events in your life

Find out why HSBC can assist you with any major life event you may have

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Expat Explorer

The world’s largest global survey of expats provides a unique insight into life overseas

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UK Branch Locator

Find the closest HSBC branch to your new home or work

How HSBC can help

HSBC Passport Bank Account

HSBC Passport Bank Account

Savings

Savings

Insurances

Insurances

International money transfers

International money transfers

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Could you be more tax efficient?

Make sure you're not paying more than your fair share

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Protect yourself financially, whatever happens

Protect the things that matter with insurance and organised savings

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Future wealth planner

This tool will help you think about how to make the most of your money, and what path to take to achieve your goals

Need financial advice?

We can help give you expert advice for your individual circumstances.

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Everyone's circumstances are different and what applies to one person may not be right for someone else. The suggestions above are based on a general assumption of each planning event and they are not intended to provide advice or recommendation on your individual financial needs.

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