Relocation to London
A guide to relocating to London: work visas, taxation, housing, education and the Jewish community. Ocean supports you from the initial idea through settling in.
A guide to relocating to London: work visas, taxation, housing, education and the Jewish community. Ocean supports you from the initial idea through settling in.
- CapitalLondon
- Population~69 million
- LanguageEnglish
- CurrencyPound sterling (£)
- Time zoneGMT/BST · approximately 2 hours behind Israel
- Flight from IsraelApproximately 5.5 hours by air
Why here and what to know
Visas and residency
A points-based immigration system (PBS) and specialist visas: since Brexit, the UK has operated a strict points system for foreign nationals.
Taxation
Major tax reform and the end of the traditional Non-Dom regime: UK income tax is progressive and reaches 45%.
Economy and cost of living
A global metropolis with high living costs: London is among the world's most expensive cities, particularly for housing, public transport (TfL zones) and early childcare.
Housing
A competitive rental market in sought-after areas: London's fast-moving market requires an immediate response to available properties.
Education
Excellent state education alongside prestigious private schools: London offers high-quality State Schools according to Ofsted ratings, particularly in northern and western boroughs, alongside leading private and international schools.
Healthcare
National healthcare (NHS) alongside advanced private medicine: residence visa holders pay the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS), giving full access to NHS services and a local GP.
Community and culture
A rich Jewish-Israeli centre and vibrant international environment: London is home to Europe's largest and most established Israeli and Jewish community, mainly in north-western neighbourhoods such as Golders Green, Hendon, Finchley and Hampstead.
Employment and business
A global financial and business capital offering international careers: London is a leading world centre for banking, fintech, investment, technology, communications and international law.
Ocean's winning tip
Start by arranging a National Insurance number (NI) and bank account. Without them, renting and receiving salary are difficult. Your Ocean Journey Manager puts the bureaucratic steps in the right order.
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