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How to access the essential information you need when living in Taiwan as a British national.
List of fees for consular information in the USA.
Apply for a UK Ancestry visa if you're a Commonwealth citizen and can prove that one of your grandparents was born in the UK - eligibility, fees, documents, how to apply, how long it takes and how to settle
Website of Cumberland Council
A checklist from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office to help British people prepare for travelling and staying safe abroad.
What British nationals need to do to get married in Thailand, including what documents you need.
Documents and certificates available at the British Embassy in Minsk.
Apply for changes to your marketing authorisation, including minor variations type IA and IB, major variations type II and extensions.
You may need a visa to come to the UK to visit, study or work.
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,...
How someone in Denmark can get a certified copy of a British passport, obtain documents for marriage purposes and view informative notes.
How to apply for British citizenship if you're stateless - who's eligible, fees and where to send your application
We pursue our national interests and those of British citizens. We safeguard the UK’s security, defend our values, reduce poverty and tackle global challenges with our international partners. FCDO is a ministerial department, supported by 12 agencies and public bodies...
How to object to the registration of a lasting or enduring power of attorney - including forms and fees
Order birth, adoption, marriage, civil partnership and death certificates from the General Register Office (GRO) - find GRO index numbers
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Reclaim VAT you've paid on goods and services bought in the UK to use in your business if you’re registered as a business outside the UK.
Find out about Import VAT and Customs Duty when you send gifts into the UK.
You can get an exempt vignette if you do not normally need a visa - state visits, diplomats, consulate workers.
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