Provided here is information and resources for individuals moving, relocating or planning an extended stay in Britain.

Included on this list are commercial internet sites offering relocation services, employment listings and property information. This is a selective list and inclusion on the list does not represent an endorsement by the British High Commission.

General Information

Junior League of London
The Junior League of London’s publication, Living in London: A Practical Guide, can be purchased online.

Residence in the UK
This publication from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office will help you deal with everything from entry requirements to setting up a business, education, welfare, tax and finding a home.

Immigration

UK Border Agency provides information on British immigration rules, particularly those effecting long-term visitors.

Information on Cities, Localities and Regions in the United Kingdom

Local Government Web Sites
A list of county, borough and district government sites in the United Kingdom.

UK Property Gold Area Guides
Regional guides for British counties and towns.

Up My Street
A guide to local services, schools and government.

Bringing Your Belongings To Britain

Bringing Your Belongings and Private Motor Vehicle to the UK
Customs regulations for bringing personal belongings and motor vehicles into the United Kingdom.

Bringing Goods into the UK
When returning to the UK, ensure anything you bring back with you is legal.

Bringing Pets to Britain
Information on Britain’s quarantine regulations.

Employment

Careerjet

Fish4Jobs

Guardian

Jobsearch UK

Jobsite

Monster

Stepstone

Total Jobs

Taxation

Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC)
The Government Department responsible for administering tax matters in the United Kingdom.

HMRC International
Provides specific information on international tax issues.

UK Taxation Directory

Provides links to websites providing information on British tax matters.

Health Coverage

Health coverage for overseas visitors
Healthcare options in the United Kingdom.

Education

The British Council web site, has extensive information on all aspects of education in the United Kingdom.

Local Education Authorities in England
Local Education Authorities are local government organisations responsible for maintaining state schools in England and Wales.

British Telephone Directories

UK White Pages

UK Yellow Pages

British Banks and Banking

Opening a Bank Account
The information contained here applies to students, as well as all other individuals wishing to open a bank account in the United Kingdom.

Barclays

HSBC

Lloyd TSB

Royal Bank of Scotland

Additional Information

VisitBritain provides practical information on subjects such as cash and credit cards, electrical voltage, telephone codes and the Postal Service.