Financial Support

Setting a bank account – Opening a bank account upon arrival to the UK is very important to do at your earliest opportunity.  This will enable you to be paid your monthly salary into, and also allow you set up direct debits for automatic payments of bills and subscriptions.

Popular banks you may wish to consider using include:

NatWest

Barclays

HSBC

Nationwide

Santander

Lloyds

Tax and Pensions

Council Tax

Income Tax

Pensions

Tax Free Childcare

NHS Discounts – There are a range of discounts available to NHS staff at shops and restaurants which can be accessed if you sign up to a provider below.

Blue Light Card

Health Service Discounts