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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.
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
Find the address, contact details and opening times of the UK visa application centre for your country.
Getting a faster decision on a visa or settlement application; priority service, super priority service; waiting times; how to check if you're eligible
Information on how UK companies can control risks when doing business in Thailand.
The Royal Mint (RM) is the world’s leading export mint, making coins and medals for an average of 60 countries every year. However, its first responsibility is to make and distribute United Kingdom coins as well as to supply blanks...
Renew and pay for a GB or European patent online - when renewal is due, fees, renew by post or phone instead
Extradition processes and agreements between the UK and other countries, role of the Secretary of State, High Court and Supreme Court.
An overview of the process including submitting or fast tracking an application, naming your medicine and paying fees.
The laws on selling, buying and carrying a knife or weapon depend on the type of knife or weapon, your age and your circumstances.
Official information British people moving to and living in the United States of America (USA) need to know, including residency, healthcare and driving.
Apply for British citizenship if you have a British parent - who's eligible, fees and how to apply
Apply for a higher education course, track your application and accept or reject your offers.
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
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
FCDO travel advice for British Indian Ocean Territory. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides lists of English-speaking lawyers abroad to help British nationals find the legal support they need.
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