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A checklist from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office to help British people prepare for travelling and staying safe abroad.
Apply to give up (renounce) your British citizenship or status - ‘declaration of renunciation’
Renew and pay for a GB or European patent online - when renewal is due, fees, renew by post or phone instead
List of fees for consular information in the USA.
Get information on teacher training courses, funding, pay scales and how to make a great application
Find registered patents, patent applications and pending patents
Use these forms if you import, export, or move goods through the UK.
Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate to study in the UK.
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...
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
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
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...
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Short-term study visa - prepare supporting documents, apply, book and attend an appointment, what happens at the UK border
Student visa - check which courses you can study, prepare supporting documents, apply, what happens at the UK border
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
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.
What to do if your goods are lost, destroyed or stolen under an ATA Carnet.
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
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