Get a quick view of what it's like to live here Cost of living Living in Scotland is generally less expensive than many other areas in the UK. Weekly household costs can be 20% lower than in London and 10% cheaper than the UK as a whole. So you can have it all, for less. Find out more about Cost of living in Scotland Housing Whether you’re bound for the city or off to the calm of the countryside, choosing where you’ll live is an important decision. Fortunately, there’s ample advice about renting or buying a property in Scotland. Find out more about Finding a place to live in Scotland Education Scotland offers a revolutionary curriculum and internationally renowned universities on your doorstep. Find out more about Education in Scotland Healthcare When you work in Scotland you and your family have access to a range of healthcare services on the National Health Service (NHS), many of them free. Find out more about Healthcare in Scotland Scottish culture Find out more about Scottish culture Safety Find out more about Safety in Scotland Government and policies Find out more about Government and policies in Scotland
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Scotland works for me TalentScotland has been a constant source of support for my company and I wouldn’t be working in Scotland without their help. Maulin Buch, India, Retronix Read more about Maulin Buch, India, Retronix The people here are so friendly – Scotland is the place to be! Andry Diaz, Dominican Republic, Avaloq Read more about Andry Diaz, Dominican Republic, Avaloq My favourite thing about living here would have to be the people. I don’t plan to move on any time soon. Stefanie Bollen, Netherlands, Outplay Entertainment Read more about Stefanie Bollen, Netherlands, Outplay Entertainment "The first time I came to Edinburgh it was nighttime and when I saw the castle all lit up it was like something from a fairytale" Bozydar Swierczynski, Poland, GFI Read more about Bozydar Swierczynski, Poland, GFI Getting around is easy because public services are excellent. My wife and I love it here - we don’t want to move. Vittorio Borromeo, Italy, Quotient Read more about Vittorio Borromeo, Italy, Quotient It’s easy to get around and explore. I love the active lifestyle, beautiful scenery and welcoming people. Andre Duarte, Portugal, Coherent Scotland Read more about Andre Duarte, Portugal, Coherent Scotland We're here to help After you move to Scotland you'll want to find out about: Opening a bank account Registering with a doctor Registering for council tax Getting a TV licence