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Destination UK E-Book


e-book Destination UK (e-book) written by WORKgateways staff

“Written by working travellers already in London, Destination UK has all the information you need to know about making the big move overseas. Don't miss out on the hot tips, insider knowledge and must-do checklists”

List Price : $10.99   Price : Free - for all registered members of WORKgateways

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If you plan to go to the UK or are going to the UK - This e-book is for you. WORKgateways staff combine their first hand knowledge into this concise document. Here you will learn how not to just survive but thrive in your overseas experience.

For working traveller's by working traveller's the book is designed for all stages of your preparations weather you're a year away from your departure and wondering about visas, or if you're departing tomorrow and frantically packing your bags.

Inside the book

One year to go Page 2
Shopping around for flights
Start organising your visa
Recruitment Agencies
Budgeting
Six months to go page 5
Travel Documents
Ask questions from people who have "been there done that"
Insurance
Three months to go page 6
Job Search
Not leaving any loose ends
Financial considerations
Medical check-up
Which bank?
One month to go page 8
Getting mobile
Your right to vote
One week to go page 9
One week to go
Last minute tips
The day of departure page 11
Once you arrive in the UK page 11
Registering with a doctor
Finalising your new bank account
Money transfers
Your UK mobile phone
Phoning home
Accommodation
What on earth is an Oyster Card?
Dealing with Employment agencies
Getting your National Insurance Number
Limited companies
Tips for new arrivals page 16
Escalators
The 'High Street'
A-Z of London
ATMs
Tipping
Travel insurance
The 'Dosser'
Walk-in centres
Also includes the Top ten things to do in London

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