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London guide for new migrants

London offers many services but has high rents, borough-by-borough council services, TfL travel rules, diverse ESOL provision, and strong advice networks.

Local service notes

Use these as prompts, then check the council, NHS, school, housing, transport, and advice pages for your exact postcode.

Use borough council websites for housing, schools, bins, and local welfare.

Use TfL for Oyster, contactless, bus, tube, tram, and rail travel.

Demand for housing and advice can be high.

Local setup checklist

  1. 1Find borough council.
  2. 2Check TfL fares and caps.
  3. 3Register GP and dentist early.
  4. 4Search borough ESOL and advice services.
  5. 5Budget carefully for rent and transport.

Trusted local starting points

Mayor of London

London.gov.uk

London-wide information and services.

Transport for London

TfL

London transport guidance.