Arriving in the UK Tax

For any foreign Nationals arriving in the UK you will need to complete HMRC from P86, this form is used to inform HMRC of your presence in the UK and for them to determine your resident tax status.

Depending on how long you have come to the UK for and on what basis there may some expenses that will be allowed against income for UK tax purposes.

If you arrive in the UK and spend more than 183 days here during the tax year (6th April to 5th April)then you will be considered UK resident. You do not have to be in the UK for a consecutive period of 183 days so if you travel in and out of the UK on a regular basis you will need to check the number of days you are spending here.

On your arrival you may decide that you will not remain in the UK for more than 3 years, if that is the case you may be considered UK resident but not ordinarily resident in the UK for tax purposes.

Domicile is a hugely important area for any foreign National to understand if they are coming to the UK and intend being here for more than 7 years.

Where can I get more information?

Tax Advantage are able to advise on matters on Residency and Domicile please use the contact form should you require any help or advice.

HM Revenue & Customs – please follow the link

http://search2.hmrc.gov.uk/kbroker/hmrc/forms/viewform.jsp?formId=3717

Directgov

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/MoneyTaxAndBenefits/Taxes/LeavingOrComingIntoTheUK/DG_078447

Britons living overseas

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/BritonsLivingAbroad/index.htm