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UK Domicile
Your Domicile may be thought of as the place you ultimately regard as home. It is distinct from nationality and residence and you may only have one Domicile at a time.If you’re a British national you will not necessarily lose your UK Domicile just because you emigrate to another country. Similarly, if you’re a non UK national you do not necessarily gain UK Domicile simply by living in the UK, even for several decades!
Deciding Domicile is not always clear cut. If for example you have a burial plot in the UK, you could be deemed to be UK domiciled (and thus be subject to UK inheritance tax on your estate) even if you have not set foot in the UK for decades. If you are an expat in the UK, once you have been resident in the UK for 17 out of 20 years you are likely to be considered domiciled in the UK for inheritance tax purposes. Where this occurs, on death, your worldwide assets will be taxed in the UK for inheritance tax.
If you intend to work as a freelance contractor in the UK but have not yet arrived call Commonwealth Contractors now on 0800 294 4388 to find out how we can help. You may be in a very fortunate position if you are a high level professional. We may also be able to help you with a UK work permit or HSMP if you require work visa assistance and advise you on contracting solutions such as umbrella company solutions and a contractor limited company. To find out more call Commonwealth Contractors now on 0800 294 4388 or Submit your details and we will get right back to you. Putting in place the right arrangements before you travel can give significant benefits that cannot be put in place once you have come to the UK and started work, so to save tax call now!
