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The UK's regulatory framework for strategic export controls and the circumstances where you might need an export licence.
Use these forms if you import, export, or move goods through the UK.
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 to object to the registration of a lasting or enduring power of attorney - including forms and fees
The BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) is a British public service broadcaster. Its main responsibility is to provide impartial public service broadcasting in the UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man. BBC is a public corporation of the Department for Culture,...
Getting a faster decision on a visa or settlement application; priority service, super priority service; waiting times; how to check if you're eligible
Check how quickly you’ll receive a decision on your UK visa application if you are applying from outside the UK.
The laws on selling, buying and carrying a knife or weapon depend on the type of knife or weapon, your age and your circumstances.
VisitBritain (VB) is the national tourism agency, responsible for marketing Britain worldwide and developing Britain’s visitor economy. It works with UK Trade & Investment as well as airlines, travel operators, global brands and the official tourism bodies for London, England,...
Check the regulations on aircraft parts imported with a certificate of airworthiness.
The Intellectual Property Office offers different methods of accelerating the processing of your patent application.
Export controls applying to Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) related activities - transfer of technology and provision of technical support
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
How to apply for an exemption to use a restricted substance to manufacture electrical and electronic equipment.
Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate to study in the UK.
The civil procedure rules govern the way civil cases are managed, and set out the processes of the Civil Division of the Court of Appeal, the High Court and the County Court.
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...
Check the tariff classification for four-wheeled vehicles powered by an electric motor fitted with a hydraulic lifting device and telescopic jib.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Kazakhstan, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Rules of shackle line operations, waterbath and gas stunners, and facilities for slaughtering poultry, rabbits and hares in abattoirs.
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