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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.
The Royal Mint (RM) is the world’s leading export mint, making coins and medals for an average of 60 countries every year. However, its first responsibility is to make and distribute United Kingdom coins as well as to supply blanks...
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.
The requirements for 3D printed products will depend on whether they are classed as medical devices, personal protective equipment (PPE) or both.
Renew and pay for a GB or European patent online - when renewal is due, fees, renew by post or phone instead
You may need a visa to come to the UK to visit, study or work.
Check how quickly you’ll receive a decision on your UK visa application if you are applying from outside the UK.
Find the address, contact details and opening times of the UK visa application centre for your country.
The Intellectual Property Office offers different methods of accelerating the processing of your patent application.
Pharmacovigilance system requirements
List of fees for consular information in the USA.
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To protect your patent outside of the UK, you usually need to apply in each country you want protection in.
An overview of the process including submitting or fast tracking an application, naming your medicine and paying fees.
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the official UK government body responsible for intellectual property (IP) rights including patents, designs, trade marks and copyright. IPO is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology , supported...
Applications received to amend the specification of a patent under sections 27 and 75 before the court and the Office.
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 to use a case-control study to evaluate your digital health product.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides lists of English-speaking lawyers abroad to help British nationals find the legal support they need.
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