Brexit

In a referendum held on 23 June 2016, the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union. Britain’s exit from the EU (widely referred to as ‘Brexit’) will have profound economic and political implications for countries and businesses around the world. Read more

Brexit is fraught with uncertainties, particularly for multinational companies needing to move talent across borders. No nation state has ever before left the EU, so there is no precedent to follow.

Will the UK negotiate a deal to remain within the single market, which allows the free movement of goods, services, money and people across EU member states? What will happen to UK citizens working in the EU, and to EU citizens working in the UK, if it does not? Will there be changes to the UK’s policy on immigration from the rest of the world? How will international assignments, global relocations, and the mobility industry be affected?

Britain’s EU exit, though it will bring challenges for businesses, will also bring opportunities. This section provides up-to-the-minute news and expert comment on Brexit, plus practical advice and resources on all aspects of global mobility and relocation, to help you support your employees and keep your organisation on track for success. Topics include Brexit’s implications for the mobility industry, business, enterprise and inward investment, commercial and residential property, and education, both UK and international.

For detailed coverage of individual topics, see our Commercial Property, Residential Property, Corporate Finance, Enterprise, Immigration, International Assignments, Mobility Industry, and Education & Schools sections. For details of organisations in the global mobility industry that provide international assignment and relocation services, see our Directory . Keep informed by subscribing to our newsletters and other publications.

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Latest Brexit News

Collage of images from David Sapsted's May 2022 articles

David Sapsted Collected Articles - May 2022

Former chief reporter at The Times and news editor and New York correspondent for The Telegraph among other journals, David Sapsted writes sharply observed news for Relocate. These are his collected articles from May 2022 - on topics from flexible working to UK immigration and enterprise.

Latest Brexit Features

UK and EU Brexit Flags

Has Brexit put an end to European cross-border talent flows?

How can businesses stay ahead in the post-Brexit and post-pandemic talent race?
Autumn-mag-ship-2021

Crossing the pond: Where is the growth?

With a number of free-trade deals under discussion, new horizons are opening up for global expansion and people mobility. David Sapsted explores the UK’s potential future trading partnerships.
Think Global People Autumn 2021 issue out soon

Think Global People Autumn 2021 issue – out soon!

This is one of the busiest times of the year for relocating employees, expatriates and families on the move. The next issue of the leading international magazine for HR, global managers and relocation professionals will explore the big themes for managing mobility, finance, immigration, property and education in the autumn of 2021.

Immigration

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Britain’s visa system is going digital: what steps should you take?

The UK’s immigration system is undergoing a digital transformation this year and there are two aspects the government is keen you should know about. Those currently using physical documents to prove their immigration status will need to transition to the eVisa by the end of the year. In addition, visitors who don’t need a visa to enter the UK on a business or leisure visit will need to apply for the new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel.

Latest Brexit News

Collage of images from David Sapsted's May 2022 articles

David Sapsted Collected Articles - May 2022

Former chief reporter at The Times and news editor and New York correspondent for The Telegraph among other journals, David Sapsted writes sharply observed news for Relocate. These are his collected articles from May 2022 - on topics from flexible working to UK immigration and enterprise.

Latest Brexit Features

UK and EU Brexit Flags

Has Brexit put an end to European cross-border talent flows?

How can businesses stay ahead in the post-Brexit and post-pandemic talent race?
Autumn-mag-ship-2021

Crossing the pond: Where is the growth?

With a number of free-trade deals under discussion, new horizons are opening up for global expansion and people mobility. David Sapsted explores the UK’s potential future trading partnerships.
Think Global People Autumn 2021 issue out soon

Think Global People Autumn 2021 issue – out soon!

This is one of the busiest times of the year for relocating employees, expatriates and families on the move. The next issue of the leading international magazine for HR, global managers and relocation professionals will explore the big themes for managing mobility, finance, immigration, property and education in the autumn of 2021.

Immigration

Buildings-with-aeroplane-overhead

Britain’s visa system is going digital: what steps should you take?

The UK’s immigration system is undergoing a digital transformation this year and there are two aspects the government is keen you should know about. Those currently using physical documents to prove their immigration status will need to transition to the eVisa by the end of the year. In addition, visitors who don’t need a visa to enter the UK on a business or leisure visit will need to apply for the new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel.

Latest Brexit News

Collage of images from David Sapsted's May 2022 articles

David Sapsted Collected Articles - May 2022

Former chief reporter at The Times and news editor and New York correspondent for The Telegraph among other journals, David Sapsted writes sharply observed news for Relocate. These are his collected articles from May 2022 - on topics from flexible working to UK immigration and enterprise.

Latest Brexit Features

UK and EU Brexit Flags

Has Brexit put an end to European cross-border talent flows?

How can businesses stay ahead in the post-Brexit and post-pandemic talent race?
Autumn-mag-ship-2021

Crossing the pond: Where is the growth?

With a number of free-trade deals under discussion, new horizons are opening up for global expansion and people mobility. David Sapsted explores the UK’s potential future trading partnerships.
Think Global People Autumn 2021 issue out soon

Think Global People Autumn 2021 issue – out soon!

This is one of the busiest times of the year for relocating employees, expatriates and families on the move. The next issue of the leading international magazine for HR, global managers and relocation professionals will explore the big themes for managing mobility, finance, immigration, property and education in the autumn of 2021.

Immigration

Buildings-with-aeroplane-overhead

Britain’s visa system is going digital: what steps should you take?

The UK’s immigration system is undergoing a digital transformation this year and there are two aspects the government is keen you should know about. Those currently using physical documents to prove their immigration status will need to transition to the eVisa by the end of the year. In addition, visitors who don’t need a visa to enter the UK on a business or leisure visit will need to apply for the new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel.
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