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How to apply for British citizenship if you're stateless - who's eligible, fees and where to send your application
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,...
The laws on selling, buying and carrying a knife or weapon depend on the type of knife or weapon, your age and your circumstances.
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
How to object to the registration of a lasting or enduring power of attorney - including forms and fees
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
Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate to study in the UK.
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...
How to self-upload evidence when making an application to come to or stay in the UK.
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
International Pension Centre contact details for pension enquiries if you've lived or worked abroad
You must tell DVLA if you have a brain abscess, cyst or encephalitis - download the correct form to let them know
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
Find out about local procedures, burials and cremations, and returning the body to the UK.
Information on carrying medicine containing controlled drugs for individual travellers entering or leaving the UK.
What to do if your goods are lost, destroyed or stolen under an ATA Carnet.
Student visa - check which courses you can study, prepare supporting documents, apply, what happens at the UK border
Official information for UK nationals living in or moving to Belarus, including guidance on residency, passports and healthcare.
Tell DVLA you want to surrender your driving licence due to a medical condition.
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