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Four-year FIG regime replaces the remittance basis

In force Taxation

From 6 April 2025 the remittance basis was abolished and UK residents are generally taxed on worldwide income and gains. A qualifying new resident can claim relief on eligible foreign income and gains during the first four UK-resident tax years following at least ten consecutive non-UK-resident tax years. A claim is made for each relevant year and carries loss of specified allowances.

Who it affects

New and returning UK tax residents with foreign income or gains.

Sources

Primary: HMRC — Foreign income and gains regime 2026 ↗

Verified 2026-08-02 · methodology