NRI's Investing Explained : Cost of living, Tax Saving, & UK vs India | Sanjay Kathuria Podcast EP55

In this episode of the Sanjay Kathuria Podcast, we host Dr. Nimish Shah, Consultant Ophthalmologist at Great Western NHS Hospital (UK) with over 28+ years of experience, specialising in cataract surgery and retinal diseases

Along with his medical expertise, Dr. Shah shares deep insights into UK taxation, investing systems, and financial planning for NRIs. In this episode, he breaks down how income is taxed in the UK, how NRIs can invest smartly, and the real difference between UK vs India cost of living and wealth creation opportunities.

From ISA accounts, pension planning, property investment, and tax-saving strategies, to whether UK residents should invest in India — this episode gives a complete roadmap for anyone planning to live, work, or invest in the UK.

📘 What You’ll Learn

✅ UK tax brackets and income rules explained

✅ Cost of living comparison: UK vs India

✅ How NRIs can buy property in the UK

✅ ISA & tax-free investment strategies

✅ Capital gains tax in the UK

✅ Best platforms for UK investing

✅ How to invest £70K salary smartly

✅ Pension & SIP strategy in the UK

✅ UK NRI strategy to invest in India

✅ Tax-saving strategies for UK residents

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 - Podcast Intro

03:03 - UK & Citizenship Overview

04:36 - Income Rules for UK & OCI

06:26 - Tax Bracket Limits in UK

06:47 - Cost of Living: UK vs India

09:33 - Allowances for UK Citizens

10:46 - How NRIs Can Buy UK House

11:38 - Buying a £5 Lakh UK House

14:12 - Process of Renting in UK

17:12 - Primary Residence Rebate in UK

19:49 - UK Equity Investing Complete Guide

21:53 - Two Main UK Tax Wrappers

25:01 - Investing £70K Salary as UK Citizen

26:33 - Capital Gains Tax in UK

28:56 - Best ISA Investment Platforms

31:52 - Lifetime ISA for Children by Parents

38:38 - Systematic Investment Pension Plan UK

45:16 - Investing in ISA and SIP Together

45:47 - UK Employees Investing Without Private Practice

47:05 - Investing in General Investment Account

48:50 - UK NRI Strategy to Invest in India

53:25 - How to Save Taxes in UK

54:59 - Should UK Investors Invest in India?

01:01:11 - Tax Rebate on £50K Income

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If you are planning to move to the UK or want to understand how to invest, save tax, and build wealth globally, this episode is a must-watch.

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