Moving to London?

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Clear, practical guidance for expats moving to London — from visas and banking to housing, transport, and daily life setup.

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The London 6-Pack

The 6 things everyone needs to do first — in the right order.

Tip: Save this page — it’s the quickest way to get un-stuck when you’re mid-move.

Moving to London

Pick a topic, get the clear version, and follow the next steps. No doom-scrolling required.

Essentials

These are the “make life easier instantly” moves. Each links to the step-by-step guide with the best tools inside.

Open a UK bank account

What you can open first, what you’ll need, and the fastest setup path.

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Get a SIM before or on arrival

A UK number makes banking, rentals, and job apps easier.

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Transfer money without losing fees

Avoid bank FX spreads and move funds the sensible way.

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Book temporary accommodation

Stay flexible for your first 1–2 weeks while you inspect rentals.

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Heads up: We only recommend tools that genuinely reduce friction — and we keep this list updated.

Community

The guides get you organised. The community gets you unstuck — with real-time questions, updated tips, and people currently making the move.

Facebook Group

~12,000 members · Daily questions

Perfect if you want quick answers and crowd-sourced recommendations while you plan your move.

Skool Community

Structured + searchable · Checklists + updates

The best place to follow the “right order”, get support, and contribute tips that help others. Think: less noise, more progress.

£50 monthly reward: Top contributor gets paid into their Wise account.

Not sure where to start?

It’s the quickest way to get un-stuck — six steps, in order, with the links you actually need.

Tip: Bookmark this page — we keep the guides updated as rules and services change.