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Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate to study in the UK.
Apply for an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate, to study certain subjects in the UK.
How you can show you know English when you apply for citizenship and to settle in the UK, and when you do not have to
You might need to prove your knowledge of the English language if you’re…
You do not need to prove your knowledge of English if you’re: aged 65 or…
You can prove your knowledge of English by having a recognised English…
You can prove your knowledge of English by having a degree that was taught…
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Information for British citizens moving to or living in China, including guidance on residency, healthcare and travel.
Apply for a Student visa to study in the UK if you're 16 or over - eligibility, extend or switch your visa, how much it costs and how long it takes
Apply for a higher education course, track your application and accept or reject your offers.
Documents, certificates, letters and notes available at the British Embassy and Consulates in China.
You may need a visa to come to the UK to visit, study or work.
Apply to study English language in the UK with a Short-term study visa. Check fees, eligibility, documents you need and how to apply.
Apply for a certificate to confirm that you only need to pay UK National Insurance contributions if you're a self-employed individual working temporarily in an EU country, Gibraltar, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland.
How to apply for an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate, what's involved in the application process and how long it takes.
Documents, certificates, letters and notes available at British consulates in Angola.
Documents, certificates, services available at British Embassy in Manila.
Apply for a Minister of Religion visa (T2) if you've been offered a job in a faith community - eligibility, extend or switch, knowledge of English, bring your family
Apply for a Global Talent visa to work in the arts, sciences or digital technology once you have been endorsed as a leader or potential leader.
How to get an ENG1 or ML5 medical certificate.
How someone in Switzerland can get documents legalised, witnessed or certified, take an oath, make an affirmation or affidavit and obtain informative notes.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Spain, including guidance on residency, healthcare and passports.
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