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How someone in Switzerland can get documents legalised, witnessed or certified, take an oath, make an affirmation or affidavit and obtain informative notes.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides lists of English-speaking lawyers abroad to help British nationals find the legal support they need.
Apply to give up (renounce) your British citizenship or status - ‘declaration of renunciation’
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 the address, contact details and opening times of the UK visa application centre for your country.
Bring your pet to Great Britain - microchipping, pet passports, vaccinations
Renew and pay for a GB or European patent online - when renewal is due, fees, renew by post or phone instead
The Coronation Roll is the official record of the Monarch’s accession and crowning.
Details of General Licences issued by OFSI
Official information British people moving to and living in the United States of America (USA) need to know, including residency, healthcare and driving.
Find registered patents, patent applications and pending patents
Check if you need an international driving permit (IDP) to drive abroad on holiday and how to exchange your licence if you move abroad - including driving in the EU after Brexit.
You may need a visa to come to the UK to visit, study or work.
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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