Holding a UK passport allows you to enter and live in Jersey (Channel Islands) without a visa because both are part of the Common Travel Area. However, actually "living" there in terms of buying property or working is strictly regulated by Jersey's local Housing and Work Laws. You cannot simply rent any apartment or take any job; most people must live in Jersey for 5 years to gain "Entitled for Work" status and 10 years to gain full "Entitled" status to access the general housing market. Without these qualifications, you are restricted to "Registered" housing (often more expensive or lower quality) and can only take jobs that an employer has a specific license to give to a non-local. In 2026, unless you are a "High Value Resident" (a multi-millionaire) or an essential worker with a "Licensed" status, relocating to Jersey involves navigating these significant local residency restrictions.