Moving to the Czech Republic is a popular option. The visa process starts with where you are from and what you will do once you’re here.
UK Expats
Best Execution Tightens: Why Data is the New Standard for Investor Protection
For years, "Best Execution" was often treated by financial institutions as a compliance checkbox—a vague promise that they...
Use Surplus Income Gifting to Reduce UK Inheritance Tax
Gifting from surplus income can be an extremely effective inheritance tax strategy for British expatriates in Czechia.
The Death in Service Life Cover Dilemma of a Future Expat
Life cover through an employer will vanish once you leave your job to move abroad. Future expats should consider replacing this safety net.
When UK IHT Tax Planning Becomes Expensive Nonsense
“Move your non-UK cash into an Isle of Man trust to save IHT.” Wrong. For most expats, it’s already NOT taxed in the UK. Avoid bad advice.
Matters of Trusts in the Czech Republic
A foreign trust may not be fully respected in Czechia and could result in delays, legal uncertainty and unexpected taxation. Learn more here.
Lost in Translation: How I Ordered an Ostrich, a Pizza, and Insulted a Waiter (All in Czech)
You might assume things improve once you reach a “basic” level of Czech. You would be wrong. Spectacularly wrong.
Independent Financial Advice for Expats in the Czech Republic
“Independent” financial advice firms offer unrestricted options across the market. “Tied” advice is limited to a single firm or provider. Which do you want?
An Englishman vs Czech Grammar: A Tragedy in Seven Cases
When I moved to the Czech Republic, I expected many challenges. I did not expect Czech grammar to become my greatest enemy.
Compliance vs Optimal Financial Advice
Compliance ensures that the correct process has been followed. It does not guarantee that the advice is the best solution for the client.
Decumulation Plan for Retirement Matters More Than You Think
If you’re an expatriate, retirement planning is more complex than simply building a large investment portfolio. Retirement is about decumulation — turning your savings into reliable income, often across multiple countries, currencies, and tax systems.
Relocating Expats: Should You Use an Attorney or a Visa Agency?
Relocating expats need more than a visa. They need expert legal advice that considers current and future plans to work and stay successfully.