Hi there! I'm Julia.

Welcome to my corner of the Internet where I unpack the intricacies of Expats Notes: Life in the UK, Unpacked.

Moving to another country and settling down looks simple on paper. In reality, it reshaped my routines, my perspectives, and the way I relate to everyday life. I came to the UK and, like many others, found that the hardest parts were not Visas or paperwork.

I have to relearn how to manage my finance, build new social connections, navigate uncertainty in a new work culture and stay active through darker winters. This blog is a space where I write about my experience. Not the "perfect expat life", but the real one — the slow process of settling in, feeling at home, and building a grounded lifestyle in a new country.

What I write about

This blog is for people who have moved to the UK and want to feel more grounded, confident, and at home — not just legally settled.

Whether you're navigating your investments, trying to understand the rental market, or simply figuring out which supermarket to shop in, this blog is designed to break down complex processes into digestible, practical information.

Have a question about something I haven't covered yet? Feel free to reach out - your curiosity often becomes my next blog post.

By email: support@expatsnotes.com