Expatriation guide: United KingdomUnited States
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Summary
Expatriating to the United Kingdom after Brexit: visa, work, housing, health.
Moving Abroad to the United Kingdom post-Brexit
Brexit has changed the rules. Here's what you need to know.
Visa and immigration
Since Brexit
- Visa required to work
- Points-based system
- Skilled Worker Visa most common
Types of visas
- Skilled Worker: skilled employment
- Student: studies
- Family: family reunification
- Global Talent: exceptional talents
General conditions
- Job offer from a sponsor
- Proven English level
- Minimum salary required
Settling in
Housing
- Very tight market in London
- References required
- Deposit + advance rent
National Insurance Number
- Equivalent of social security number
- Necessary to work
- Application after arrival
Bank account
- More difficult without an address
- Some banks more flexible
- Proof of address required
Working
Job market
- Dynamic but demanding
- Fluent English essential
- Sectors: finance, tech, healthcare
Professional culture
- Pragmatism valued
- Less marked hierarchy
- Networking important
Health
NHS
- Free for residents
- Immigration Health Surcharge to pay with visa
- Sometimes long waiting times
Daily life
Cost of living
- London very expensive
- Other cities more affordable
- Transport expensive
Culture
- Multiculturalism
- Politeness important
- Humor omnipresent
Useful contacts
- French Embassy in the United Kingdom
- French Chamber of Great Britain
- French in London (associations)
Frequently Asked Questions
Puis-je travailler au Royaume-Uni avec un passeport français ?
Depuis le Brexit, un visa est obligatoire pour travailler. Le Skilled Worker Visa est le plus courant.
Comment fonctionne le NHS ?
Gratuit pour les résidents après paiement de l'Immigration Health Surcharge avec votre visa.
Est-ce difficile de trouver un logement à Londres ?
Oui, le marché est très tendu et cher. Préparez références et fonds à l'avance.