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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
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...
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Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
How to apply for an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate, what's involved in the application process and how long it takes.
You must tell DVLA if you have a brain abscess, cyst or encephalitis - download the correct form to let them know
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
Official information for UK nationals living in or moving to Belarus, including guidance on residency, passports and healthcare.
Guidance for organisations involved in any aspect of the pharmaceutical lifecycle or GLP studies regulated by MHRA, covering the approval of paper documents when working from home
Student visa - check which courses you can study, prepare supporting documents, apply, what happens at the UK border
Application pack to get a certificate of custom and law for marriage in Belgium by post.
Find out how to complete and submit an Other Interest (OI) return using the HMRC spreadsheet or electronic flat text file.
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