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Check if you're automatically a British citizen - it depends on where and when you were born and your parents' immigration status.
Guidance for those affected by changes to UK immigration and borders due to coronavirus.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides lists of English-speaking lawyers abroad to help British nationals find the legal support they need.
Find registered patents, patent applications and pending patents
Renew and pay for a GB or European patent online - when renewal is due, fees, renew by post or phone instead
Apply for a higher education course, track your application and accept or reject your offers.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in China, including guidance on residency, healthcare and travel.
Having right of abode means you're allowed to live or work in the UK without any immigration restrictions - apply for a certificate of entitlement to prove you have it.
Apply for British citizenship if you have a British parent - who's eligible, fees and how to apply
Find the address, contact details and opening times of the UK visa application centre for your country.
VisitBritain (VB) is the national tourism agency, responsible for marketing Britain worldwide and developing Britain’s visitor economy. It works with UK Trade & Investment as well as airlines, travel operators, global brands and the official tourism bodies for London, England,...
Get endorsement for the Global Talent visa to work in the UK as a researcher or academic leader - fellowship, UKRI endorsement, peer review.
FCDO travel advice for Honduras. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the official UK government body responsible for intellectual property (IP) rights including patents, designs, trade marks and copyright. IPO is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology , supported...
A checklist from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office to help British people prepare for travelling and staying safe abroad.
Information about the EU Regulations and their implementation in Northern Ireland
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