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British travellers to the US must register with the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) before their journey
Documents, certificate, letters, and notes available from the British embassy and consulates in the USA.
How to access the historical censuses from 1841 to 1921.
Guidance and support on coronavirus (COVID-19) in Scotland.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides lists of English-speaking lawyers abroad to help British nationals find the legal support they need.
Official information British people moving to and living in the United States of America (USA) need to know, including residency, healthcare and driving.
Register your decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register. This will give your loved ones the certainty they need to support your choice.
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Find out about your human rights and how they are protected.
The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) administers the UK’s system of export controls and licensing for military and dual-use items. ECJU is part of the Department for Business and Trade .
Apply for a higher education course, track your application and accept or reject your offers.
Renew and pay for a GB or European patent online - when renewal is due, fees, renew by post or phone instead
Apply to give up (renounce) your British citizenship or status - ‘declaration of renunciation’
List of fees for consular information in the USA.
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.
Find registered patents, patent applications and pending patents
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...
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