by SJB Global | Jul 3, 2026 | Pension Transfers, SJB Global, UK
If you've started Googling how to move your UK pension abroad, you've probably already noticed that the internet can't seem to make up its mind. Half the results tell you it's completely straightforward: pick a QROPS, sign a few forms, and off you go. The other half...
by SJB Global | Jun 25, 2026 | Expat Financial Planning, Regulations, SJB Global, UK
The resignation of Prime Minister Keir Starmer has once again placed UK politics firmly in the spotlight and, while political change is nothing new in Westminster, it inevitably raises questions among those planning significant life decisions. For many Britons...
by SJB Global | Jun 15, 2026 | Pensions, Regulations, SJB Global, UK
The UK Government has announced plans to remove one of the most controversial elements of the pension transfer regulations introduced in 2021, in a move that could significantly speed up legitimate pension transfers for thousands of savers. The Department for Work and...
by SJB Global | Jun 1, 2026 | George Symes, Guides, Tax Planning, UK
As global mobility increases, some individuals explore structured relocation strategies to help manage exposure. One approach occasionally discussed involves leaving the United Kingdom, establishing tax residence in an intermediate jurisdiction, and then later moving...
by SJB Global | May 13, 2026 | Expat Financial Planning, George Symes, Pension Transfers, UK
Many British expatriates assume that transferring a UK pension after relocating overseas will be a straightforward administrative process. In reality, it is often slow, heavily regulated and more complex than expected. Once you are outside the United Kingdom, pension...
by SJB Global | May 4, 2026 | Expat Financial Planning, George Symes, Pensions, UK
For many British retirees living overseas, the UK State Pension forms a core part of their retirement income. However, not all expatriates receive annual increases to their pension. State Pension freezing is one of the least understood aspects of retiring abroad. The...
