Yes, breaking residency (and thus, tax liability) from the UK is exceptionally difficult and restrictive - far more limiting than a flat 187 days, more like 93(?), or even less. Work on the basis neither you nor your family can be back n the UK for anything more than just an extended holiday, at least for the first few years. Keeping your primary property vacant or let is ok, but also creates tax liabilities, including CGT if sold, which a resident wouldn't have to pay, so that's another gotcha
Last edited by midnight cruiser; 30th December 2023 at 10:56.