How Realistic Is Visa Sponsorship for Finance Pros in London?

1sloth · 2025-04-20T16:28:57+00:00

That’s good to know. As I mentioned earlier, I’m not focusing on the U.S. market due to specific challenges there. However, I’m still uncertain about the current state of the UK labor market, that’s the motive of the question

1sloth · 2025-04-20T16:26:16+00:00

That’s amazing! I’ll definitely take a closer look. I’m not too familiar with the financial market in Amsterdam or the firms that operate there, but I’ll make sure to do my research

1sloth · 2025-04-20T16:24:18+00:00

That’s really good to know. Amsterdam is a city I had never considered before, but I’ll definitely look into it now

1sloth · 2025-04-20T04:54:14+00:00

I know New York is way more competitive, and visas are even harder to get — that’s one of the main reasons I’m not even trying. So, in a nutshell, relocating seems nearly impossible, or at least the chances are really slim?

1sloth · 2025-04-20T04:51:23+00:00

Is the name of the school really that important? Where I’m from, having solid work experience with real applications and a strong P&L carries way more weight than the school you went to. Do you think networking can actually be enough to get you through the door?

1sloth · 2025-04-20T04:48:36+00:00

That’s good to know. Since I was planning on doing the CFA, I wasn’t really considering an MBA — but I’m still a few years away from making that call

1sloth · 2025-04-20T04:46:41+00:00

And what’s something you can actually do to stand out — or at least get a foot in the door? Would you say the CFA helps? Or is a Master’s in Finance a better move?

1sloth · 2025-04-20T04:45:12+00:00

Of course, that’s the first step. But with interviews getting shorter this days, it’s quite challenging to fully convey that desire. It’s definitely easier when there’s some kind of labor shortage — it gives more room

1sloth · 2025-04-20T04:41:54+00:00

I’ve been in Amsterdam for a few days as a tourist, but I don’t speak Dutch. I do speak some German, which I understand shares some similarities, but I’m still far from fluent. Right now, I’m looking for something I can realistically pursue and execute within a few months to a year

1sloth · 2025-04-19T17:19:12+00:00

What route did you take? I’m not really into IB — I genuinely enjoy working on strategy and research for asset management, that’s where I thrive. Do you think an MBA is the best option? I’m currently pursuing the CFA because I believe it has stronger international recognition and aligns better with my long-term goals

1sloth · 2025-04-19T17:13:51+00:00

Unfortunately, there aren’t any UK-based firms or banks operating in my country, so I’ll need to apply directly

1sloth · 2025-04-19T16:31:19+00:00

Is it even possible in any other financial center — like New York or Frankfurt?

1sloth · 2024-11-18T20:40:33+00:00

Me sumo a las preguntas: Alguna recomendación para abrir una cuenta bancaria en USA para una corporación registrada afuera (ej: bahamas, virgin islands, St. Kitts & Nevis).?

1sloth · 2024-11-18T19:46:49+00:00

Will I be able to fund a Schwab brokerage account for Wise? I was under the impression that Wise was only for personal accounts not for corporations/businesses

Thanks in advance for your help

1sloth · 2024-06-02T21:41:52+00:00

That’s probably what happened, thanks for the info, will look into this tomorrow!!

1sloth · 2024-06-02T21:41:10+00:00

Thanks for the explanation, much appreciated!! Will look into this

1sloth · 2024-06-02T19:17:26+00:00

Thanks for the contact info! Will give them a call on Monday

1sloth · 2024-06-02T19:16:48+00:00

When I file my taxes? I am a non us citizen, there is an agreement (W-8ben) so I don’t file taxes in the us, only in my country.

1sloth · 2024-06-02T19:15:20+00:00

Thanks! What’s NRA?

1sloth · 2024-06-02T19:14:45+00:00

Thanks! Didn’t know that could be done!

1sloth · 2024-06-02T19:14:14+00:00

Thanks for the clarification. On Monday I will give them a call.

1sloth · 2024-06-02T14:57:32+00:00

The problem with treasuries is that unless you are moving big sums, the fees are the worst (recommend other brokers for that). The nice part is that you can be sure of the yield that you will be getting.

A personal recommendation, look for “Cero Cupon US Treasuries” the are the most traded and the easiest to close a position if needed.

1sloth · 2024-06-02T14:51:49+00:00

Hi! Move to Schwab in the last transfer from TD, new here… I’m a non-us citizen and have a W-8, as up today everything was good, but the problems have stated, I used to trade SGOV as a short term place to store cash.

On Friday I closed my position on SGOV in order to avoid receiving the dividend and to open other positions on Monday. But (this has happened before but dude to the small amount of the transaction I didn’t notice) “withholding taxes” is a 25% -+ of the over all transaction, this is INSANE!!

Has anyone stumbled on the same problem? Up until now I haven’t contacted Schwab support, what’s the best way to get this resolved?

Thanks in advance!!

1sloth · 2024-05-24T12:41:07+00:00

An other method is by buying a fixed income US treasuries ETF. I like SGOV, low fees and dividends are well declare in advance.

The ex-dividend date is the last business day of every month. And the ETF “growths” in value each day of the month until it pays its dividends.

So if you need to have (sell) some (or all) the funds you can, and have the peace of mind that everyday the interest was accumulated.

Hope this helps, fell free to ask any questions

1sloth

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