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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 for a UK Ancestry visa if you're a Commonwealth citizen and can prove that one of your grandparents was born in the UK - eligibility, fees, documents, how to apply, how long it takes and how to settle
Apply for the Registered Traveller service to get through UK border control faster and without filling in a landing card
Guidance for UK businesses on rules for selling services to Italy.
This page provides disclaimer information for the guidance that the FCDO provides for British people who are or are planning to travel or live abroad.
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.
How UK nationals who plan to live in Spain for more than 3 months must register as a resident and on the padrón at their town hall.
Official information British people moving to and living in Kuwait need to know, including residency, healthcare and driving.
Find UK trade data from HMRC. Look up data about imports, exports, commodities and traders.
If you are in Hong Kong, our guides explain which visa is right for you and how to apply.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in China, including guidance on residency, healthcare and travel.
Guidance and support on coronavirus (COVID-19) in Wales.
Apply for a High Potential Individual (HPI) visa if you've been awarded a qualification by an eligible university in the last 5 years - eligibility, fees, documents, switch, bring your partner and children
You may need a visa to come to the UK to visit, study or work.
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
How someone in Poland can get documents prepared, witnessed or certified, take an oath of British citizenship and obtain informative notes.
Information on who can get an ETA and how to apply before coming to the UK.
Browse cases data for specific areas within the UK.
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