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Are you dreaming of moving to the UK to live and work? If so, there are many routes you can choose to take when applying for a visa.

Are you a young citizen from the UK or New Zealand looking to travel, work, and explore the other side of the world? We have some exciting news for you!

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to live and work in the UK, why not apply for a UK Youth Mobility Scheme (YMS) visa and experience it all! Similar to a working holiday, with a YMS visa you are allowed to live, work and travel in the UK for up to 2 years!

At 11 PM on 31 December 2020, freedom of movement between the UK and EU ended. From January 1, 2021, the UK is no longer be part of the EU’s Customs union and Single Market and all legal aspects of Britain’s membership cease to apply.

OK, let’s face it – getting to grips with tax laws is probably the LAST thing on your mind when moving to a new country on a working holiday. After all, you’re only starting to experience your new country and create memories. Whether it’s the scenic snow-peaked mountains of New Zealand and Canada, or the […]

As an American citizen, you may have wondered, what countries do Americans need visas for? There are plenty of breathtaking countries that you can visit as a US citizen, but you’ll need to secure a visa in advance.

Feeling the holiday blues from your working holiday in New Zealand? Well, let’s cheer you up with some good news that you could be owed money! If you’ve worked in New Zealand, you’ve most likely paid anywhere between 17.5% and 39% income tax on your earnings, so it’s time to claim it back!

Let me guess, you have spent months planning and preparing for your working holiday in New Zealand. Your great escape is fast approaching and you want to make sure you take full advantage of your time spent there.

In order to travel to the UK as an international employee, you must have a job offer from an employer who has been granted a sponsor licence.

Are you planning to go to the UK for a long-term employment opportunity? If so, a Skilled Worker visa could be an option for you! You can apply for a Skilled Worker visa if you have a job opportunity with an approved employer. The visa will allow you to go to the UK to work […]