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When you need to attend a citizenship ceremony - how to book, how much it costs, what happens during the ceremony.
Contact your council to arrange your British citizenship ceremony - fees, venue, application
How to get married or form a civil partnership in the UK, giving notice of marriage at a register office, visas, paying fees.
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Government Legal Department colleagues receive Coronation Medals
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Self declaration form and accompanying notes for British nationals to get married or register a civil partnership (PACS) in France. For use in place of certificates of celibacy and custom.
What British nationals need to do to get married in Thailand, including what documents you need.
How to arrange a consular marriage, including giving notice, what to bring to the ceremony and which countries offer the service.
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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.
How to apply for British citizenship if you're stateless - who's eligible, fees and where to send your application
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Lord Chancellor’s speech at the 2024 King’s Counsel appointment ceremony, recognising those who have been formally appointed to the rank of KC and Honorary KC.
Complete this application form to apply to register a place of religious worship for the solemnisation of marriages.
Information on the Dedication Ceremony for the National Memorial to British Victims of Overseas Terrorism
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