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The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides lists of English-speaking lawyers abroad to help British nationals find the legal support they need.
Details of General Licences issued by OFSI
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.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Japan, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Renew and pay for a GB or European patent online - when renewal is due, fees, renew by post or phone instead
A checklist from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office to help British people prepare for travelling and staying safe abroad.
You must fill in this form to confirm that you won't sell or transfer the pet dog, cat, ferret or assistance dog to a new owner in the UK.
How to check if your criminal record will affect your licence application, and the information you need to provide for our criminality checks.
Getting a faster decision on a visa or settlement application; priority service, super priority service; waiting times; how to check if you're eligible
List of fees for consular information in the USA.
Apply for changes to your marketing authorisation, including minor variations type IA and IB, major variations type II and extensions.
You may need a visa to come to the UK to visit, study or work.
Having right of abode means you're allowed to live or work in the UK without any immigration restrictions - apply for a certificate of entitlement to prove you have it.
Check the regulations on aircraft parts imported with a certificate of airworthiness.
How to apply for British citizenship if you're stateless - who's eligible, fees and where to send your application
Use these forms if you import, export, or move goods through the UK.
Find out about changes to the deemed domicile rules for Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax from 6 April 2017.
Information on UK sanctions currently in place and how to apply for the appropriate licences.
Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate to study in the UK.
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