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You may need a visa to come to the UK to visit, study or work.
Check if you're automatically a British citizen - it depends on where and when you were born and your parents' immigration status.
Apply to give up (renounce) your British citizenship or status - ‘declaration of renunciation’
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides lists of English-speaking lawyers abroad to help British nationals find the legal support they need.
How someone in Austria can get documents legalised, witnessed or certified, take an oath, affirmation or affidavit and obtain informative notes on UK naming law
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.
Official information British people moving to and living in the United States of America (USA) need to know, including residency, healthcare and driving.
The Royal Mint (RM) is the world’s leading export mint, making coins and medals for an average of 60 countries every year. However, its first responsibility is to make and distribute United Kingdom coins as well as to supply blanks...
Renew and pay for a GB or European patent online - when renewal is due, fees, renew by post or phone instead
How someone in Poland can get documents prepared, witnessed or certified, take an oath of British citizenship and obtain informative notes.
Renew, replace or apply for an adult or child British passport if you’re living abroad or working overseas - forms, prices, how long it takes
A checklist from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office to help British people prepare for travelling and staying safe abroad.
FCDO travel advice for Honduras. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
FCDO travel advice for El Salvador. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
FCDO travel advice for St Maarten. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
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