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I'm looking at a possible move from the US to the UK with my family for a minimum of 2 years.?
Are there any books you would recommend on the move?
My company will cover the VISA issue, so I'm more looking for info on housing, taxes, ultilities, neighborhoods in London that are family friendly, moderately priced and close to the tube.
Thats for the answers folks, especially the urls. "Iowa", I can appreciate your experience, but I think there's a big difference between the UK and China. The language difference alone (unless you are fluent in various Chinese dialects) would make for a huge challenge.
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- Anonymous1 decade agoFavorite Answer
An information resource for those looking for information about moving to the UK, and for those in need of advice and support who are in Great Britain
- MeLv 71 decade ago
Yep sure do. It is actually called "The life in the UK" study guide. It is mainly aimed at people who are wanting to get ILR or become a British citizen. Having just studied this book, and passed my Life in the UK test, I can say from personal experience that it has a wealth of information in it.
As for moderately priced goes, then you don't want to be in London. Maybe one of the smaller remote villages that has train access. But nothing in London is moderately priced.
I am an American, who has lived in England. My husband is English. Currently we live in the south east USA, but will be moving in a month or so, (ie taking the Life in the UK test) I know first hand what a lovely country England is. As with America and Americans, the British cannot see all the positives the UK has going for her. Honestly, both myself and my husband both agree that the UK is a much better place to live, work and raise a family. I am sure you and your family will really enjoy this experience.
Donna
- 1 decade ago
I have a answer for you. Don't do it. The last thing you and your family needs is stress. Moving to the UK for a couple years is pointless, if you'll move back again! What I'm trying to say is, If you have a job, and a life here in the US, with many friends, and you like it, don't leave. It's too hard to be "The new American" on the street in the UK. Trust me. I did it during my Basketball career, moving from US to China, to play in China for a couple years before moving back into the US.
Source(s): I hope you make the right decision, but if you're happy, that is all that matters :) - ?Lv 71 decade ago
I don't know about books, but on the practical issues this web site will cover most details you need regarding employment, tax, etc, etc. If you can't find what you want on here, the links will invariably lead you to it.
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/index.htm
To compare areas to live, this web site has a wealth of info.
On a more entertaining level, and on the basis you have children, they would love this site.
http://www.projectbritain.com/
The adults can learn from it too!
Welcome to the UK, I hope you and your family love your time here.
