Mar 14 • 07:00 UTC 🇬🇧 UK Guardian

Wealthy British nationals fleeing Gulf conflict bypass UK to avoid tax bills

Wealthy British nationals affected by the Gulf conflict are relocating to countries like Ireland and France to evade tax liabilities while waiting for the situation to stabilize.

Wealthy British nationals are fleeing conflict in the Gulf, particularly from the United Arab Emirates, by relocating to countries such as Ireland and France. This migration is largely motivated by the desire to avoid significant tax bills that could arise if they return to the UK amidst the turmoil. The ongoing missile and drone attacks in the region have created a precarious situation, prompting high-net-worth individuals to seek refuge elsewhere to sidestep potential tax implications from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).

With only weeks left in the financial year, many expatriates believe they have exhausted their permissible days in the UK without attracting tax liability. This situation has led some individuals to seek clarification from HMRC regarding the possibility of receiving an additional 60 days under an

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