The TRUTH ABOUT MOVING TO UK Is this the right time to move to the UK?
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- The TRUTH ABOUT MOVING TO UK Is this the right time to move to the UK?
Is this the right time to move to the UK?
In this video, I break down whether it is still worth moving to the UK and how you can make this decision for yourself.
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The TRUTH ABOUT MOVING TO UK Is this the right time to move to the UK?
I moved from India to the UK a year ago with my family and dogs and it’s been challenging to say the least. Since we moved to England, we’ve had our fair share of challenges. Some expected, some not.
I put out a new video every week on moving to the UK including UK work visas and UK student visas and life in the UK once you get here so if you plan on moving to the UK, this is the channel for you!
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:27 What you need to ask yourself
04:02 Education
04:42 Work Life Balance
05:19 Earnings
06:59 Standard of living
07:42 Political Stability
08:50 Savings 
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Some great points ! I have never regretted moving to the UK given the amazing job prospects here and the work life balance plus the awesome scenery
And the people
Absolutely fantastic you went through everything on my mind like a checklist. Thank you so much
Thank you so much for the kind words! Hope this helped.
I m in London. I had watched some of your videos few months ago to know about best places to live inside/outside of london. And now your videos come in suggestion and i watch them because i like to hear u talk 😃.
Thank you so much for the kind words Priyanka
Hey Ashika! the information you are giving about every aspect is much precise,thorough,useful and easy to understand for everyone. God bless you.
Glad it was helpful!
Hi . What is the demanded area to study in business? Digital marketing , marketing or something else? What do you suggest ? Thank you ❤
Thanks for the details...
Happy to help Priti.
Thanks Ashika, very helpful and logical...
Glad it was helpful Dixon!
Hey Ashika, thanks for this informative video! One point that is still missing in videos across youtube is the impact of this crisis in the short-term, say the next 4-5 months. Specifically I'm talking about the reports of high possibility of power blackouts across the country in the months of Jan/Feb, and the energy crisis in general and how it is impacting / can impact people. I'd love to know your comments on this, since I'll be coming to the UK in January intake for masters.
Hi Abhishek, there is talk of alternative plans for energy, removing the need for any blackouts. Just yesterday it was reported that Rishi Sunak is on the verge of signing a deal with the US for a gas deal. I haven't bought either a flashlight or stocked up on any candles yet.
@@AbsolutelyAshika You have to stop believing what politicians say on TV, your government can't do anything because it doesn't control the UK energy anymore. Now we are all waiting for the hard winter to raise the prices.The company I work for has 6 large gas ships off the coast of England that are waiting for the prices to increase.Blackouts happen because everybody is waiting.If you want to do something I recommend a diesel generator, it will be very bad in the UK this is just the beginning.UK is too small now, unfortunately the EU has priority.US is already at maximum capacity supplying EU gas and oil and the reserves have drastically decreased, Rishi Sunak told lies.
Hey!! I just have question, currently i am in canada pursuing my pgd after my studies can i enter uk through work visa in software field? Can you please clarify my doubt
Hi Yashika...thank you for this video...
I have just one question...as i am coming to the UK in January for my master's in International Business Management...is it a good decision to move there for studies and then have a job... please help that will mean a lot...
And can you tell me how good Teeside university is?
Hello!!
Very informative video as always
Getting skill worker visa has become more difficult?
Even the change is from company to company in UK only? And sponsor is one of big 4 , even then?
Before it took around 8 weeks
Now how much delay can happen, if you have any idea?
Is it possible because of whole Ukraine situation that even after a big name sponsor company , skill worker can be get cancelled?will be obliged if you can clear my doubts to some extent
Waiting for your reply
I am moving to UK on a skilled visa. My spouse is accompanying as a dependent. Is there any need to do Ecctis evaluation which would be helpful for taking any job for my wife?
And under the Ecctis site what type of evaluation is advisable?
While it makes sense to compare the salaries across countries.. it doesn't tell the whole picture unless you adjust for purchasing power parity.
Hi Vivek, I understand but there are separate videos for that.
Manchester or Durham What would you suggest for MSc management?
Teach me Ashika, I'm just trying to get by.
what is the demanded area to study in business? Digital marketing , marketing or something else? What do you suggest ?
Thank you Ashika for the comprehensive one!!
Any idea what should be good salary for supporting two people in Edinburgh?
Do you think moving to Edinburgh in the month of December is good?
Any specific things to take care of?
Hi Akash, ideally 60k- 65k or so would be ideal. It also depends on how you want to live. Do you want to live comfortably, do you want to focus on saving etc. If you do move in December, you'll get to enjoy the Christmas markets and the New Yr celebration though I must warn you it will be cold so be prepared. And finally, thank you for the kind words.
@@AbsolutelyAshika what about in a place like gaydon or coventry for a family of 4 (2 children)
Please tell , if i do msc in management ... So will I get job in UK ? What happened if i don't got job and my loan became a burden this can screw my life !?
hi Ashika , for masters which colleges dont take GRE /TOFEL? Gmat scores . what the easiest and the fastest way to get a job /Masters there ?
How much saving in UK per month in terms of INR would consider a good amount
“What works for me may not work for you” - If I had a Loony every time I said this to people who’ve asked me for advice😅😅
I’m more worried about energy prices and inflation.
Mr. Sunak banned fracking again and that’s a cheap source of energy.
Tech lay-offs are coming up so fast and it’s insane.
As usual, very comprehensive video!
But he's in talks with the US for a gas deal. So fingers crossed. And thank you!
@@AbsolutelyAshika Yes! I read that after I posted that comment haha.
How far are chances for teachers getting sponsorship?
Hi Ashika,
Thank you so much! Your videos are very informative. I need your help to make my decision. Actually I have very good offer from Cayman Island 135K USD (Taxfree) and one more from London is 80K GBP. Though the Cayman Island is tax heaven, its way high expensive (topmost in the world). But still I can save monthly 5000USD there. And in UK as per my search its 1800 to 2000 GBP/month. Which one will be better?
Please reply.
Thanks,
Having lived in the UK all my life and being a tax payer here for far too long, I can tell you based on the figures you've given that you're going to be much better off in the Cayman Islands (purely financial).
Financially speaking there is no comparison, tax and ni alone will consume over £25k. Rent and utility bills £20-25k+ (depending on where in the city and accommodation type, although you could find a studio/1bed for around 15k incl. bills) not to mention travel costs, food, etc.
I'm looking to move out, Cayman is on the list for sure.
The clarity of the info, the changing facial expressions, the diction - love you Ashika 🤭🤗
My mother calls me a clown 🤦♀️
@@AbsolutelyAshika Haha you should show your subscribers' words of praise to her
finished watching
Hope it helped Sandipan
Thanks again for your videos.
Honestly we have a good life in the U.S. My current company has positions in the UK and, I have spent a few months in the UK as well as lived in Germany for 3+ years. I fell in love with Europe for the:
- walkability
- history
- public transport.
When I think of moving I honestly feel guilty. I explore the “what ifs” if I raised my kids here in the U.S. I need a sanity check on if exploring immigration is completely ridiculous based on the reasons I love Europe
Hi Thomas, I don't blame you. Europe has an allure of its own, which we fell for as well. I can't comment on Germany but I'm sure they'll love the UK. There is a lot to do for young families, schools are safe, public transport to most parts is good. Depending on where you're coming from in the US, the weather may or may not be to your liking, but overall, you'll most likely love it.
Its really amazing and helpful i want to know if i migrate from UAE to UK what salary should i expect in UK if professionally m working in Sales/ Realitor.
Thanks
Hey Umar, thank you! You can check this video to get an idea of expected salary. ruclips.net/video/IbLvMbgFJYI/видео.html
Thank you for making such informative videos, actually I'm in a dilemma whether to move to the UK or not, we both are working and settled in India with 2 kids. However, now we both got the offer from a company which is ready to sponsor a 5 year visa as well but we are not able to decide on this.
We are mainly thinking about children's future , please share if actually children's education is good there ?
Thanks,
Subodh Singh
Hi Subodh. I can say this much. My son loves going to school. The education here is considered one of the best in the world and the focus is not just on mugging every word out of a text book. I’m sure you’ll love it here. And thank you for the kind words.
Hi Subodh, I have exactly same situation as yours. I also have two kids, and both of us were working in India in good companies with good salary. I also got 5 year visa and have moved to UK recently. My opinion is you should come to UK to experience life here, its very different compared to India. There are pros and cons but its worth experiencing, if you are getting opportunity. But for long long term how good it is can't say, because India is also not bad if you are earning well. In India we get many facilities so easily that we take them for granted, the value of those things can be understood only after coming to UK, and you can experience those yourself, no one can explain those. In terms of children's future we can't say if it was a good decision or not, will know only with time.
I want to work in uk in hotel i am chef de partie can u guide me pls ashika
Hi Ashika, very nice video regarding moving to UK.
My daughter finished MBA in London and since she could not get job within the visa expiry date. She returned. How to get a job now in UK.
Also whether I can get a job at the age of 56
Hi Sophia, suggest your daughter watches this. How to GET A JOB IN THE UK FASTER!! | Job Search Tips UK for foreigners
ruclips.net/video/fDOn78BpBfU/видео.html
Most jobs don’t have an age limit so it really depends on whether you have subject matter expertise in your domain.
good bad apples
some are rotten
lots of small
scattered land up north
xxx
Those who moved to UK in the last 2 - 5 years had very rosy pictures about UK and life in UK. They did not realize that UK will start moving downhill so quickly, leaving all their assumptions and plans in disarray. Today they (are in a way stuck and) have a very hard time acknowledging that UK is way past its best time.
Hi Pallab, could you please explain more? Cuz I moved about 2yrs ago but I haven't been facing too many challenges.
How’s living in UK with a 7 year old kid?
Moving to Chester in January 2023 from Singapore..Is it worth coming there?
Your 7yr old will have tons of stuff to do. We're cutting down on extra curricular for our son because he feels he's doing too much! :D You'll have football, cricket, gymnastics, dancing, swimming, acting classes, just to name a few. My son seems to get along with the kids in school fine and he really likes school.
Chester it's a good place 🤗
Hi ashika i am from Sri Lanka, my sister wants to send her daughter to UK for studies in this year, is it a good time or good idea?
Also if she comes their her goal is to go for PR or work permit is it possible?
Also can she find jobs?
Hi Thanuja, it honestly depends on what she plans on studying, the course, the University, her personal career goals etc. I can say that if she wants an ILR (like a PR), she'll have to be in the country for 5yrs before she can apply. A work permit is possible if she gets a job that offers sponsorship.
12 years experience uk not good to move nowadays, living expenses soo high
Hi there. Thank you for sharing your experience.
All i need is to move to UK Absolutely
This is my Plan B, willing to move from Amritsar, Punjab, financially secure *God's grace*, my concern is of a job, better company and environment.
Ashika ji, what would you recommend me?
UK offers me 75k pounds and I'll save not more than 12k pound a year. In India I save 24k pounds equivalent. I want to more to UK but cost of living is make me worse-off (at least I feel so), what you think?. I am really confused !
Hi Darshan, if you save more in India, it wouldn't makes sense with this offer to move. The cost of living is increasing so you'd ideally want to save more with uncertain times. Try to negotiate for a higher salary if possible.
@@AbsolutelyAshika I tried to negotiate with a higher salary with that's industry benchmark so it won't move much. Its very unfortunate for me that I need to leave a good learning experience as living and wealth creation is not sustainable in UK (not right now, not when compared to India).
Plus some other indicators are worrisome too:
1. Unstable political environment
2. Regular strikes
3. NHS waiting list is at record high (some 7m)
4. Planed/ expected power outages.
To a outside person (not in UK) this looks like a sinking ship and not worth it now. If I was younger and unmarried I might have taken this decision for long term career ambitions. But now with wife, kids in mind, this all seems to much of an adventure.
What do you think?
If you're earning enough in India to save 24k your quality of life will be much better in India so I don't think it's worth moving. The same amount of money would give a much higher quality of life in India as in the UK there is a very high minimum wage (which is a good thing) so getting things like maids/cleaners, takeaways/delivery... Will be much more expensive
Hi anyone coming for a Jan intake at Sheffield Hallam University?
Mat ha faltu uni hai
@@muskanrathi939 ha ha i know what I'm doing, give me some reasonable advice
I need Visa to move to UK Miss Absolutely
Nice video, is it worth to move with 13 yrs old kid to UK?
Hi Vishhal, I definitely think moving would be a good decision for your child because it would give him brilliant exposure. He’ll obviously not want to leave his friends behind but I’m sure he’ll thank you some day.
@@AbsolutelyAshika Still in dilemma to bring him... Let's see... Thanks for reply
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I want to move to the UK to work in a care home so I can earn more money to study (masters)
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Hi Ashika, Your videos are absolutely insightful. I am new to your channel but have managed watching almost all videos relevant to me in a weeks time. I would like to know if your analysis can be applied to moving to Aberdeen in the Scotland, which move is completely sponsored by my company to move me along with my family and household. My major concern is about the growing inflation and the worsening economic crisis. I really appreciate our advise.
Please note that I am currently living in Dubai and working for a Dubai based Oil & Gas company which is moving me to Aberdeen
To add to the facts, I am currently living & working in Dubai with an oil & gas company since 15 years which company is shutting down in Dubai to relocate us to Aberdeen. Should I really consider this relocation at this time of crisis ? Really appreciate your advise
Hey there Sunanda. There is a huge Oil & Gas base in Aberdeen so a lot of similar companies are based out of there. The cost of living will be lower there. You can check this www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/Aberdeen and www.expatistan.com/cost-of-living/aberdeen. It is however pretty cold. But that might be nice change after Dubai right? At this point, having a job is better than no job. As long as the numbers work for you.
@@AbsolutelyAshika , thanks for your suggestion. I am looking forward for the change but worried for the ongoing economic crisis in UK. After having worked in a tax free zone, numbers with UK salaries seem hand to mouth :( which I can trade off with the work life balance as long as crisis does not impact my life. Not sure if you do know of any one providing an insight into life in Aberdeen, though not as incredible as your videos.
@@speaktosuni I lived and worked in Aberdeen for 3 years. It is a very grey, industrial city. If your priorities are career focused then it's worth looking at, but as a place to live it wasn't so nice in my opinion
“HIGH On SAFETY “ ??? Are you joking about the UK ?
I'm guessing you haven't been in countries where the crime rate is really high.
@@Andy-fn6js look Mate I’ve living in London from 4 years and Some places are safe but just few are kinda hazardous.
1st generation ? 😆
The Uk is definitely high on safety as compared to south asian countries or other countries where crime and lawlessness is rampant
Dude at least in the uk weapons are practically non existent. Even police doesn’t have them. You have no idea of what you are talking about London is safe
Net migration to the UK was over half a million last year. There's a huge housing shortage, public services are under extreme pressure, the transport network is overwhelmed, inflation is soaring. I wouldn't be encouraging anyone to move here
Hey are you leaving the UK?
@@AbsolutelyAshika I want to, I'm trying to persuade my wife
How much I need for investment visa
The investor visa has been cancelled in the UK. You can try and start up visa - www.gov.uk/start-up-visa or an innovator visa - www.gov.uk/innovator-visa
I am 100% britsh born there to all previous generations born there, and I can honestly say the uk is the worst work-life compromise that exists. The weather is awful .. if you move there to get a better life ..my condolences at how bad you must be living now.. really, you have my pity.. I left years ago, and I have lived all over the world, and I have never looked back ..its suppressive and depressing ALL THE TIME
Hey there. It depends on what you want. I’ve lived in multiple countries too and I still love it in the UK. I like the weather. What most folks find depressing, I find cloudy cuz I’m not a fan of the sun. Everyone is not the same you see.
😂 sorry to tell you but you might not know the reality of other countries, and you don’t know your country as well then. I’m from Portugal and The work-life is much better in the uk than in my country, much better companies with more benefits and better contracts. Bad weather? Did you even go to Bournemouth anytime? Really good weather and beach! You know, uk is not just London or the north with clouds and rain 😂
The uk is in a bad way, people are having to work 2 jobs, use food banks, are worrying about paying bills. I'm in Canada and its loads better here.
both are horrible , you should be worried about de-dollarization.
I just need some money as early as possible about 4 cr
When you find some, let me know. I'd like some too.
I moved away from the UK in beginning of 2024 after living there for 10 years to a much poorer country in Europe. I'm surprised to say that I'm doing the same job and end up saving more money at the end of the month compared to when I was in the UK. This is so , because the UK taxes you a lot on everything and the cost of living is absolutely tremendous. The houses are now impossible to buy too !
Tables have turned BIG TIME. UK is not what is used to be, and it has gone downhill extremely quickly. The country has SANK REALLY QUICK ! The only thing left about the UK is it's reputation , that is the true BIAS !
I'm sorry, but it is a terrible place to live unless if you come from a country like Sudan,India,Bangladesh etc etc. and can cope with the low standard of living OR if you are a millionaire (but that is applicable to pretty much anywhere). People aren't writing biased comments about the UK , they are just disappointed to see that a country they have invested in for years and years is now destroyed and will never improve. There is no future for people there and specially for their kids. If British people leave themselves to other countries - then this should tell you there is something really really wrong there ! I urge you to do a thorough research and speak to people that live or have lived there ! Do not take impulsive decision !!! I feel sorry for the people that will make the decision to move there.
Sometimes you feel there is a place you belong. That is the UK
Thank you for sharing!!
I really am just trying to get away.
Things are that bad?
That’s flawed economic logic about recession.
The crime rate in the UK is on the rise, pretty much stabbing, robbery now, which is embarrassing, actually. With all this recession coming it will only get worse. A good point to consider.
So true!!!
Hello Dear Madam 💐
Hi Irfan, thank you for watching.
Madam Please Help Me 🙏💞
Hi Ashika, my company is located at Central London and they’re ready to provide Visa for me… so will a salary around 50k would be a decent salary.
PS: I just watched your video and did my calculation but wanted to drop a msg to and ask. Finally, thanks for taking time and helping us with this needed info. Thanks.
Hi Vishnu, depends on whether you’ll be living alone and whether you’ll be living in London or outside. And thank you for the kind words!
@@AbsolutelyAshika Thanks for the reply Ashika. I'll be alone and mostly be living outside as it's a hybrid mode of work.
Intelligent
UK is my country tough times does come internally & externally living with corrupted society & law is broken daily but solutions are here to become a powerful state
Fingers crossed Usman!
Omg guys I left the UK. Because absolutely not worth it 🙂
Hi there. Would you like to share why?
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Hi Irfan, thank you for watching.
Is it still low in crime? Because I see the numbers of unemployment increasing twice
Everything is relative. For someone coming from countries where the crime is much higher than in the UK, yes it is still low. Absolute numbers are bound to rise with increasing populations and increasing unemployment.
Mass immigration is an absolute disaster for the British people. Not only is it horrible to be effectively a “foreigner” in one’s own country, the subsequent overpopulation makes so much of general life a misery. Driving for instance. It’s absolutely “normal” now to be stationary when driving on a motorway. In fact I now sometimes choose side-roads instead of a motorway.
I can remember a time (I’m old) when people were proud to be British. And you could feel “at home” anywhere.
Thats all gone now.
Any Muslim immigrants here ? Wanna knw how life is like being there without hearing the adhan??
There are masajids
@@homewithsumaira7875 masajid are everywhere but the adhan isn't called on loudspeakers ig
South Africa is bad so for me the UK is the best option 😊
Hey there, crime rate?
You did just not say " Low Crime rate"!I think the crime rate out in UK specifically in certain counties is extremely high. Right from burglary to stabbing and chain snatching, local junkies are walking in the open and there is no law and control. This country should rename itself as Broke Britain. I think you have been generous enough to speak well of UK. You missed out on the level of hypocrisy in employment where so called diversity is in full swing to promote African candidates as a way of saying sorry to them. Also, did you miss on racism? And finally, the absolutely wasted and useless NHS services.
High on safety ? Lol...are you joking ?
I’ve been here a year and never had any safety challenges. I don’t think a lot of people from different countries have the luxury of saying that
Absolutely Ashika please I want you to sponsor my Visa to I need your WhatsApp number so that I can connect with my own scale is I can work as home care
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