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The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides lists of English-speaking lawyers abroad to help British nationals find the legal support they need.
Details of General Licences issued by OFSI
Apply to give up (renounce) your British citizenship or status - ‘declaration of renunciation’
Find the address, contact details and opening times of the UK visa application centre for your country.
The official UK government website for data and insights on COVID-19.
Website of the Mayor of London, the London Assembly and the Greater London Authority
How to apply for British citizenship if you're stateless - who's eligible, fees and where to send your application
Bring your pet to Great Britain - microchipping, pet passports, vaccinations
FCDO travel advice for USA. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
How to apply for British citizenship if you're a British overseas citizen, protected person, subject, national or overseas territories citizen - who's eligible, fees and where to send your application.
Check if you're automatically a British citizen - it depends on where and when you were born and your parents' immigration status.
Getting a faster decision on a visa or settlement application; priority service, super priority service; waiting times; how to check if you're eligible
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.
Renew and pay for a GB or European patent online - when renewal is due, fees, renew by post or phone instead
Find registered patents, patent applications and pending patents
A checklist from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office to help British people prepare for travelling and staying safe abroad.
It is illegal for your employer to pay you below the National Living Wage, so check your pay and talk to your manager to make sure you’re getting the wages you are entitled to.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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