I may be relocating overseas for a 1 year contract possibly starting in February. It is to work for a foreign branch of my current employer. The tax free status is an advantage but I just wondered what happens with regards to National Insurance contributions - Would I need to pay these while away and if I don't will it effect me later on ? I have a company pension and I am told that being a non UK resident means that I won't be able to contribute to it while I am away, is this true ?? Finally how long do I have to out of the country to achieve tax-free status, am I allowed back a couple of times (non-work related) to visit relatives etc
Thanks