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Biometric residence permits (BRP) - what they are, personal data, how to report problems.
A biometric residence permit (BRP) can be used to confirm your: identity…
You’ll be asked to provide your fingerprints and photo (‘biometric…
If you made your visa or immigration application from inside the UK, your…
If you applied for your immigration status (for example, your visa) from…
You may be able to prove your immigration status a different way if you…
If there’s a problem with your BRP when it arrives, report it within 10…
You can report your biometric residence permit (BRP) lost or stolen from…
What you need to do when your biometric residence permit (BRP) expires…
You can apply for a biometric residence permit (BRP) to replace the visa…
Guidance for Ukrainian nationals and their immediate family members to come to the UK under the Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme.
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How and when to identify pigs (livestock and pets) with ear tags, ear tattoos or slap marks so they can be traced.
How to make a referral to bring your family member to the UK if you were evacuated from Afghanistan under Pathway 1 of the Afghan citizens resettlement scheme.
Apply for a Temporary Work - Creative Worker visa to work in the UK in the creative industry - eligibility, extend, bring your family.
The shape and the configuration of objects are automatically protected by design right in the UK and Europe.
How to prepare for implementation and compliance of the Safety Features Regulation.
The Ukraine Family Scheme closed at 3pm on 19 February 2024. You can no longer apply under this scheme.
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