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Apply to give up (renounce) your British citizenship or status - ‘declaration of renunciation’
Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate to study in the UK.
Use these forms if you import, export, or move goods through the UK.
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,...
Getting a faster decision on a visa or settlement application; priority service, super priority service; waiting times; how to check if you're eligible
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...
Check how quickly you’ll receive a decision on your UK visa application if you are applying from outside the UK.
Check the regulations on aircraft parts imported with a certificate of airworthiness.
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
The National Archives is the official archive and publisher for the UK government and for England and Wales. It is the guardian of some of our most iconic national documents, dating back over 1,000 years. The National Archives is a...
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Export controls on goods that can be used for torture or capital punishment.
Guidance for those producing, processing, consuming, importing or exporting chemicals covered by the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC)
Nigeria is subject to regional controls governing small arms and light weapons.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
Visit the UK as a Standard Visitor for tourism, business, study (courses up to 6 months), medical treatment and other activities. Find out whether you need a Standard Visitor visa, or can visit without a visa.
How to apply for an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate, what's involved in the application process and how long it takes.
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