Proact Sam Says

21/05/2026

🚨 The June 30, 2026 Deadline: A Critical Warning for UK Expats & Business Owners

While headlines debate a potential "EU reset" by the UK government, a much more concrete reality is fast approaching. On June 30, 2026, the post-Brexit transition period protections are set to expire.

If you own property or live in countries like Spain, Portugal, Greece, or Cyprus without an updated residency permit, the window of opportunity to secure your status is closing.

Missing this means facing the strict 90/180-day Schengen rule as a third-country national.

Fortunately pathways still exist to protect your freedom of movement and your wealth...

1️⃣ The Irish Connection (EU Passport)

If you have a parent or grandparent born in Ireland, you can claim an Irish passport. This instantly restores full freedom of movement across all 27 EU states.

2️⃣ The Cyprus Advantage (Tax Optimisation)

For business owners, relocating to Cyprus is both a lifestyle choice and strateic financial play.

If your business generates £500k in profit, UK structures can leave you with roughly £248k after taxes.

In Cyprus, an effective tax rate of just 16% keeps significantly more cash in your pocket.

Access this via the Corporate Route (15% corporation tax & 0% dividend tax for non-doms) or the highly sought-after Digital Nomad Visa.

Don't wait for political negotiations. Relying on a hypothetical "special relationship" between the UK and the EU is a gamble. The next quarter is your final chance to claim rights based on the pre-2020 era.

Are you prepared for June 2026? Let’s ensure your residency, tax planning, and citizenship claims are secure.

Click the link below to speak with me or an expat advisor from Proact Partnership

https://proactpartnership.com/contact-us

Get in touch with ProACT Partnership for expatriate advice, tax, residency, and property services across multiple countries including Cyprus, UK, Portugal, and more.

07/05/2026

07/05/2026

You’re Irish heritage could be your gateway to freedom of movement in the EU.

28/04/2026

Get TWO State Pensions? It’s more possible than you think! 🌍💰

28/04/2026

Get TWO State Pensions? It’s more possible than you think! 🌍💰

Did you know that working in countries like Canada or the EU could qualify you for an enhanced pension from that country PLUS your UK State Pension?

But there's a catch: the laws just changed. 🛑

What you need to know right now:
✅ 35 Years is the Magic Number: Reach this and you could secure over £1,000/month in retirement.
✅ The "3-Year Payback": Most voluntary contributions pay for themselves within just 3 years of retirement. It’s one of the most effective savings plans available to expats.
✅ Beat the Backlog: HMRC is slow, but they are fair. If you apply today, they backdate your eligibility to the day you sent the form—even if they don't process it until 2028!

Contact us or book a free review 👉 https://proactpartnership.com/contact-us

23/04/2026

UK Taxes 📈 vs. Cyprus Growth 📉: Which Wins?

10/04/2026

From Julius Caesar to the tax man.. the evolution of the new year 🍾🎉🥳🎊

26/03/2026

Don’t let the taxman be your biggest heir. 💀💸

It’s a grim thought, but failing to plan is planning to give away 40% of your life’s work. If you’re a UK expat, the HMRC doesn’t stop at the border—unless you have a strategy in place.

Cyprus offers a 0% Inheritance Tax rate, making it one of the most tax-efficient places in the world to protect your family’s future. But with the new 2026 residency rules, simply “living in the sun” isn’t enough to break the UK tax tie.

23/03/2026

What is a "good way to die?"

ProACT Sam here. Kafka once wrote that the purpose of life is death. It’s the one border we’re all guaranteed to cross, but for those of us Living and Working Abroad, that final crossing is a legal minefield.

Over almost 25 years at ProACT, I’ve seen the many ways expats say goodbye:

The man who held on for 3 weeks just to see his children one last time.

The expat who passed peacefully while his final bank transfers cleared to his family.

The client who "saw the white tunnel" and came back to tell the story.

For me, a "good death" isn't just about going peacefully; it’s about not leaving a mess behind.

If you have assets - Real Estate, pensions, businesses - spread across borders, you have a complex web of probate rules to navigate.

Don't let your adventure abroad end in a legal nightmare for your family.

Read the full article on the "Final Frontier" here 👉 https://proactpartnership.com/blog/the-final-frontier-what-is-a-good-way-to-die

The Final Frontier: What is a Good Way to Die?