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Check how quickly you’ll receive a decision on your UK visa application if you are applying from outside the UK.
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
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Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
International Pension Centre contact details for pension enquiries if you've lived or worked abroad
Order birth, adoption, marriage, civil partnership and death certificates from the General Register Office (GRO) - find GRO index numbers
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
When and how to identify your kids and goats with tags.
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.
Use these EU country codes, VAT numbers and foreign language letters to complete an EC Sales List (ESL).
This is advice for UK sponsors whose students are affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
Official information for UK nationals living in or moving to Belarus, including guidance on residency, passports and healthcare.
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The Traffic Commissioner for London and the South East's written decision for Hi-Stanford Scaffolding Ltd (OK2042641)
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Find out how the ATA Carnet works, what to do at customs, and what happens if your goods are lost, destroyed or stolen.
Examples of how and when to adjust the customs value for commercial level and quantity when using Methods 2 or 3 if you’re an importer or clearing agent.
How to get fast-track approval of medical devices during COVID-19.
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