GET ADVICE ON TAX RESIDENCY IN THE UNITED KINGDOM (STATUTORY RESIDENCE TEST) ✅ TAXES ✅ SERVICES

Lawyer's actions:

obtaining basic information from the client: length of stay in the United Kingdom, sources of income, ties to the country (family, work, housing);
conducting a preliminary assessment in accordance with the requirements of the Statutory Residence Test (SRT);
preparing a written legal opinion with a conclusion on the client's tax status based on the SRT;
recommendations for further action related to taxation.

Lawyer's actions:

detailed study of the calendar of stay in the UK for previous tax years;
analysis of sources of income in/outside the UK;
assessment of double taxation risks and the possibility of applying double taxation agreements;
preparation of a detailed SRT table with an explanation of each element (automatic residency tests, non-residency tests, connection tests).

Lawyer's actions:

formulation of a strategy to avoid or confirm residency (depending on the client's objectives);
advice on optimising tax consequences (limiting days of stay, ownership structure, working relationships);
summarising recommendations in writing and discussing them online with the client.

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Advice on tax residency in the United Kingdom: when do you become a resident?

The issue of tax residency in the United Kingdom directly affects an individual's tax liability. To avoid penalties or double taxation, it is important to understand whether you are considered a UK tax resident under the Statutory Residence Test (SRT).

The Consultant legal marketplace provides individual consultations on determining tax status in the United Kingdom, accompanying the analysis of all SRT criteria in accordance with HMRC regulations.

We help individuals, self-employed persons and entrepreneurs from Ukraine, the EU and other countries to correctly assess their tax situation.

How does the Statutory Residence Test work in the UK?

The Statutory Residence Test (SRT) is an official mechanism that determines whether a person is considered a tax resident of the UK in a given tax year.

The SRT consists of three verification blocks:

Automatic non-residence tests (e.g. you have been in the UK for less than 16 days);
Automatic residence tests (you have lived in the UK for 183+ days);
Ties tests, which take into account work, accommodation, family, etc.

analyse your tax situation for the last 3 years
assess each stage of the SRT in accordance with official HMRC guidelines
provide a clear written summary of whether you are considered a resident and to what extent your income is taxable.

Why is it important to determine your tax residency correctly?

Incorrect interpretation of your tax status can lead to:

fines and additional taxes in the United Kingdom;
loss of tax benefits;
double taxation of income received in different countries;
complications when withdrawing funds or investments outside the United Kingdom.

Our legal team will:

help you determine your status on the date of arrival or departure;
advise you on how to minimise the risks of double taxation;
provide support in correspondence with HMRC (if necessary).

Who needs advice on tax status?

Advice on tax residency in the UK is necessary for:

newly arrived Ukrainian citizens who are working or starting a business in the UK;
entrepreneurs who have income from several countries;
citizens who frequently change their country of residence;
those who have left the UK but continue to have ties to the country (housing, family, income, etc.).

Conclusion

Correctly determining your tax residency in the UK through the Statutory Residence Test is the key to legal and secure tax planning. The lawyers at the Consultant legal marketplace will help you navigate the nuances and make the best financial decisions.