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EDUCATION - SCHOOLS TASIS THE AMERICAN SCHOOL IN ENGLAND Coldharbour Lane, Thorpe, Surrey TW20 8TE Contact: Sarah Travis Telephone: 01932 582316 Email: ukadmissions@tasisengland.org Website www.tasisengland.org

The educational pathways TASIS England offers to day (3-18) and boarding (13-18) students include a broad-based American curriculum, AP courses, the International Baccalaureate Diploma, and EAL support. Taught in small classes, every student in our diverse community from 50 nations is encouraged to reach their academic potential. Participation in co-curricular activities, the arts, athletics, and leadership programs provides balance, fosters curiosity, and develops Individual talents. With excellent exam results and one-to-one college counseling, 97% of TASIS graduates gain acceptance to their first- or second-choice university in the US, the UK, and worldwide. Extensive summer opportunities are also offered to students from all schools. Located close to London on a beautiful and historic 46-acre estate.

LEGAL MUNDAYS LLP Surrey Office: 400 Dashwood Lang Road, Weybridge, Surrey KT15 2HJ London Office: 2-3 Conduit Street, Mayfair, London W1S 2XB Contact: Oliver Taylor Email: oliver.taylor@mundays.co.uk Telephone +44 (0)1932 590523 Website: www.mundays.co.uk Twitter: @MundaysLaw

Mundays LLP are a top UK law firm based in Surrey and London. Ranked in The Legal 500 UK, Chambers & Partners UK and Chambers HNW legal directories as a leading law firm in the South using expertise to deliver the full range of legal services to individuals, families and businesses. Our highly experienced friendly team offer a range of knowledge. Delivering not just legal advice, but tailored advice that is appropriate to your specific circumstances.

PET SITTING SERVICE SECURE HOUSE PET SITTER 11c Compayne Gardens. West Hampstead, London NW6 3DG Telephone: UK Cell - 0776-837-4677 USA Toll Free: 1-866-290-0504 Contact: Winston Hayles Email: SecureSitter@hotmail.com Website: www.SecureSitter.com

Adding colour and fun times to your pet’s lives in their own home whilst you are away. I am Police checked. Insured. Home security conscious. Fantastic client Testimonials. Trusted, reliable overnight, or Drop-In service. All-Inclusive - walks, play, feed, administering of medication. Photos, videos WhatsApped for your peace of mind. Ask for details.

TAXATION AMERICAN TAX PARTNERS Website: Amtaxpartners.com Telephone: +44 330 808 7539 Contact: John Carlos Sabates Email: john@amtaxpartners.com

American Tax Partners provides bespoke tax compliance services to American expats, US investors, and global entrepreneurs with US activities. The company offers transparent, flatrate pricing while delivering unique solutions that address the filing obligations you face as a global taxpayer.

EXPAT LEGAL SERVICES GROUP Website: Expatlegal.com Telephone: 1.888.502.8579 Contact: Roland Sabates Email: roland@expatlegal.com

Expat Legal Services Group, with its background in international taxation, offers unique legal services for American expatriates and foreign nationals with financial interests in the United States. We leverage a suite of modern technology solutions that enable us to bring our international expertise directly to you no matter where in the world you might be living.

FRANK HIRTH 236 Grays Inn Rd, Holborn, London WC1X 8HB Telephone: 020 7833 3500 Contact: Michael Lewis Email: Michael.lewis@frankhirth.com Website: www.frankhirth.com Twitter: @Frank_Hirth

With years of experience in helping owner managed businesses to expand overseas, as well as advising individuals on their personal tax needs, Frank Hirth has established itself as the leading US/UK tax compliance and consultancy provider. We focus on providing high quality tax advice and compliance services for those with the most complex needs.

TAX AND ACCOUNTING HUB Hallings Wharf Studio Office, 1A Cam Road, London E15 2SY Telephone: +44 (0)208 221 1154 and +44(0)7914393183 Email: Kader@taxandaccountinghub.com Contact: Kader Ameen, US Tax & ITIN/EIN Specialist Website: www.taxandaccountinghub.com Website: www.itincaa.com

We are UK based American expatriate personal tax and ITIN (IRS approved CAA) specialist service team with many years of big 4 US/ UK tax experience (FATCA, Tax Treaty, 1040 tax return, UK tax return, ITIN, Foreign Bank Account PFIC Reporting, US/UK Tax treaty claims). Our team aims to provide personalised professional service at affordable fixed fees.

US TAX & FINANCIAL SERVICES 3 Harbour Exchange Square, London, E14 9GE Telephone: +44 20 7357 8220 Contact: Joni Trulock Email: j.trulock@ustaxfs.com Website: ustaxfs.com Twitter: @ustaxfs

With over 30 years’ experience, our US/UK expat tax specialists provide US and UK tax return preparation, planning, compliance, and expatriation as well as all US business tax services, wherever you are in the world.

WEALTH MANAGEMENT LGT VESTRA US LIMITED 14, Cornhill, London EC3V 3NR Telephone: +44 20 3207 8181 Contact: Paul Nixon, CEO Email: info@lgtvestra-us.com Website: www.lgtvestra-us.com Twitter: @LGTVestraUS

A fresh approach to wealth management with a global, personalised and transparent service designed around our clients’ best interests. We are a specialist subsidiary of wealth management firm LGT Vestra LLP, set up specifically to help clients with personal and financial connections to the US. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority in the UK and a Registered Investment Adviser with the Securities & Exchange Commission in the US.

MASECO PRIVATE WEALTH Burleigh House, 357 Strand, London WC2R 0HS Telephone: +44 (0)20 7043 0455 Email: enquiries@masecopw.com Website: www.masecoprivatewealth.com

MASECO Private Wealth gives peace of mind by providing expert guidance to US families on how to simplify their cross-border wealth management needs. We serve and care for Americans living at home or abroad through the planning and implementation of rational, practical and tax efficient wealth management strategies.

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EMBASSY CORNER

We are happy to be able to reach out to you during these unprecedented times. The primary mission of US embassies and consulates around the world is to protect the safety of US citizens wherever they may be. Our team has been hard at work helping US citizens who want to return to the United States, and providing urgent consular services to those in need here in the UK. Here is how we can help you now. Be sure to check our website frequently as the situation is constantly changing.

Can I Apply For A US Passport? In the interest of safety for our applicants and staff, we only offer emergency passport services at this time. If you need a new US passport urgently, check our website at uk.usembassy. gov/america411 to find out how to contact us to request an appointment. Please be prepared to pay by cash and show a confirmed travel itinerary during the appointment. The webpage has further details about these requirements. Please note, you don’t need to apply for a new passport if you’re returning to the United States and your passport has limited validity remaining; as long as it will be valid on the day of travel, you can use your current US passport. Applicants who are issued a passport by appointment at this time will only receive a limited validity passport that can be extended when normal operations resume.

Due to limited staffing, we ask that you not mail in passport renewal applications right now. If your passport has expired and you have no urgent travel plans, there’s no need to worry. US passports can be renewed any time before their expiration date or up to five years after using the mail-in form! We will update our website when we are in a position to accept standard applications again.

Can I Apply For A Consular Report Of Birth Abroad (CRBA) For My Child? If you were hoping to apply for a CRBA and first passport for your child, please also monitor our website. It will be updated as soon as it is possible for CRBA appointments to safely resume.

Can I Travel To The United States? If you are thinking about returning to the United States, please contact your airline with any questions about travel plans, logistics or flight availability. We have information about UK entry and exit requirements, including what to expect at the airport, on our website at uk.usembassy.gov/covid19. That webpage also summarises the UK government’s latest Coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance.

If you have heard about a Presidential Proclamation impacting travel to the United States, please know that the restrictions do not apply to American citizens, legal permanent residents, or some categories of immediate family members of US citizens. The Department of Homeland Security will direct those who have been in the Schengen Area who are exempt from the restrictions, including American citizens, to travel through select airports where the US Government has implemented enhanced screening procedures.

Can My Friends And Relatives Travel To The United States? We know that your friends, in-laws and other relatives may have questions, so please encourage them to check our website at uk.usembassy.gov/visas111. It has vital information for non-US citizens, including Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), about the latest Presidential Proclamations and travel restrictions. What Should I Do About My Status In The UK? For those of you remaining in the UK, your immigration status may be a worry if your visa or leave to remain is due to expire. You can visit the UK government’s website at gov.uk/guidance/coronaviruscovid-19-advice-for-uk-visa-applicants-andtemporary-uk-residents for guidance. Can Family Or Friends Visit Me In The UK? From June 8, 2020, people arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied UK entry or be subject to fines.

For complete details of the policy update, please visit https://www.gov.uk/ uk-border-control.

Is There Anything Else I Should Do? We urge all US citizens living abroad to enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). It’s a free service protected by US privacy law that will provide you with important updates from the Embassy, and it can help the Embassy and your loved ones contact you in an emergency. Sign up at step.state.gov.

We know that this has been a strange and stressful time so we put together this list of resources to help you stay active, entertained, and informed at home: uk. usembassy.gov/resources-for-staying-at

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EMBASSY INFORMATION US Embassy, 33 Nine Elms Lane, London, SW11 7US uk.usembassy.gov Switchboard: (020)7499 9000 Business Hours: 8:30am- 5:30pm, Monday-Friday. Closed on American and UK holidays. An officer is available via the switchboard all day, every day, for a life or death emergency involving a US citizen in the United Kingdom. Passport and Citizenship Services: By Appointment Monday - Friday Notary Services: By appointment Appointments available only online at uk.usembassy.gov Federal Benefits Unit: uk.usembassy.gov General Social Security information: ssa.gov Travel Advice: travel.state.gov