Birth, death and marriage abroad
Includes how to get married, list of funeral directors and how to register a birth abroad.
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Adoption in China
What to do if you are planning to adopt a child in China.
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China bereavement: death abroad
Information to help the family and friends of British nationals who have died in China.
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China: affidavit of marital status form
Template affidavit (religious document) of marital status form for British nationals in China. Please choose the most appropriate template for your circumstances.
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China: affirmation of marital status form
Template affirmation of marital status form for British nationals in China. Please choose the most appropriate template for your circumstances.
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China: funeral directors
List of English-speaking funeral directors for British nationals abroad in China.
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Getting married or registering a civil partnership abroad
Requirements, paperwork and processes for weddings and civil partnerships overseas - registration, restrictions, fees
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Register a birth abroad
Parents must register the birth in the country where the child was born - find out if you can also register the birth in the UK.
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Surrogacy overseas
Information for British nationals who are considering entering into surrogacy arrangements in foreign countries.
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What to do when someone dies: step by step
Check what to do after a death - how to register the death, notify government departments and deal with the estate.