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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...
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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...
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
An overview of the process including submitting or fast tracking an application, naming your medicine and paying fees.
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Information on carrying medicine containing controlled drugs for individual travellers entering or leaving the UK.
A CV is a summary of your skills, achievements and experience that you use to apply for jobs. Check advice on what to include and how to make it stand out.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
This is advice for UK sponsors whose students are affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
Use these EU country codes, VAT numbers and foreign language letters to complete an EC Sales List (ESL).
Use supplementary pages SA109 to record your residence and domicile status on your SA100 Tax Return.
How to self-upload evidence when making an application to come to or stay in the UK.
Countries have their own rules about what goods you can bring in using an ATA Carnet. Check with the issuer in the country you’re exporting to.
Guidance for industry on flexible approaches to regulation we are taking during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Find details of recent trade mark applications or amendments by searching the journal
Use supplementary pages SA106 to record foreign income and gains on your SA100 Tax Return.
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