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Relocating to the UK

Moving to the UK?

Speak to our team before you arrive and weโ€™ll help make employing your nanny in the UK as straightforward as possible. From employer registration to payroll and ongoing support, weโ€™re here every step of the way.

Before You Arrive

Before you relocate, arrange a UK residential address and open a UK bank account. Decide on your nanny’s start date and gather the documents needed to register as an employer.

Your Responsibilities

As a nanny employer, you must register with HMRC and operate PAYE. You are also responsible for paying Income Tax and National Insurance where applicable.

You must provide your nanny with a compliant employment contract and meet workplace pension responsibilities if your nanny is eligible.

FAQs

Can I set up payroll before I move?

We can advise you on the process and help you prepare, although some details, such as your UK address and bank account, will be needed before payroll can be finalised.

Do I need a UK bank account?

Yes, youโ€™ll need a UK bank account to pay your nanny and manage your payroll efficiently.

When should I contact Nannytax?

Ideally before your move, so everything is ready for your nannyโ€™s start date.

How Nannytax Can Help

Nannytax can register you with HMRC and set up and manage your payroll. We also produce payslips and calculate Income Tax and National Insurance.

In addition, Nannytax can prepare a compliant employment contract, manage workplace pensions where required, and provide ongoing HR and employment law support.

Why choose Nannytax

Over 30 yearsโ€™ experience

With over 30 years of experience, Nannytax has been helping families employ nannies with confidence. Our expert team provides trusted payroll, HR, and employment support, making it easy to meet your legal responsibilities.

More than 70,000 families supported

More than 70,000 families have trusted Nannytax to help them employ their nanny. Our experienced team provides reliable support, making payroll and employer responsibilities simple and stress-free.

End-to-end payroll and compliance

From payroll to tax, pensions, and HMRC reporting, we manage every aspect of your employer responsibilities. Our end-to-end service keeps you compliant while saving you time and effort.

UK-based payroll and HR specialists

Our UK-based payroll and HR specialists are here to support you every step of the way. From everyday questions to complex employment matters, you can rely on expert advice whenever you need it.

Don't just take our word for it

Donโ€™t just take our word for it – hereโ€™s what some of our nanny agencies say about Nannytax. We are proud to be recommended by over 200 nanny agencies across the UK.

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"A comprehensive service that covers everything you need to employee nannies. Weโ€™ve always found the Nannytax team to be a friendly and efficient service, helping parents and employers with their payroll seamlessly."

Frankie ar Harmony at Home
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"Greycoat Lumleys has worked with Nannytax for many years and built a very strong relationship with them. They are the only company we recommend to our clients and our clients are always appreciative for the referral. They work without complicating their process which means subscribing to them is easy and their staff are always helpful and professional. Highly recommend."

Debbie at Greycoat Lumleys
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โ€œI think you provide a truly excellent service. Thank you.โ€

Guardian Angels Childcare
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"Nannytax are experts in the industry! We love recommending them to our Families and we always receive such brilliant feedback about their service."

Claudia at Kindred Nannies
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"The continued support from everyone who works there, whether thatโ€™s helping with calculations, or any other issues, has been amazing. The staff have always been approachable, patient, consistently friendly and reliable with their assistance over the past 3.5 years. I would highly recommend Nannytax without hesitation."

Claire at Hampton Childcare Agency
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Sign up to Nannytax

Signing up with Nannytax is the easiest way to manage your responsibilities as a nanny employer. We’ll register you with HMRC, set up and manage your payroll, prepare your employment contract, calculate tax and National Insurance, and provide ongoing HR and employment law support, giving you peace of mind that everything is taken care of.

The 2026 Nannytax Salary Guide is now available! ๐ŸŽ‰

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The 2026 Nannytax Salary Guide is now available! ๐ŸŽ‰

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