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Everything you need to know about retiring abroad

Hoping to live out your golden years away from rainy Britain? This guide looks at the financial and practical implications
Everything you need to know about retiring abroadPublished on December 3, 2024
  • Start with the basics, from visas to property
  • Expect a lot of bureaucracy and planning
  • Don’t assume there will be tax advantages

Four in the afternoon and it’s already dark. Outside it’s three degrees and raining, and the fourth cup of tea of the day is failing to work its magic. If you have ever considered leaving the UK for sunnier climes, this is the season when the temptation is strongest.

For those of us who are still working, moving abroad can be tricky. But if you are retired, you have the option to do so more easily, either on a part-time basis or more permanently.

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