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Find the address, contact details and opening times of the UK visa application centre for your country.
Website of Cumberland Council
Check how quickly you’ll receive a decision on your UK visa application if you are applying from outside the UK.
VisitBritain (VB) is the national tourism agency, responsible for marketing Britain worldwide and developing Britain’s visitor economy. It works with UK Trade & Investment as well as airlines, travel operators, global brands and the official tourism bodies for London, England,...
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
You can get an exempt vignette if you do not normally need a visa - state visits, diplomats, consulate workers.
This collection contains immigration staff guidance about visitors.
Information for British nationals affected by rape or sexual assault abroad, including how to access medical treatment and legal advice in the UK.
This information is provided to help British nationals make decisions about getting medical advice and reporting a rape or sexual assault in Russia.
Current VAT rates - standard 20% and rates for reduced rate and zero-rated items
Nigeria is subject to regional controls governing small arms and light weapons.
VAT and other taxes on shopping and services, including tax-free shopping, energy-saving equipment and mobility aids.
Be aware of misleading invoices offering services to help protect your IP rights in return for a fee.
Advice and guidance on the health needs of migrant patients from Saint Kitts and Nevis for healthcare practitioners.
Check the tariff classification for chewing tobacco and snuff (nasal tobacco).
How to tax employee expenses for entertaining clients.
Know which licence or certificate you must have to restrain, stun or kill animals which are not for human consumption, and how to carry out these operations.
UK Visas and Immigration now manages applications for people who want to visit, work, study or settle in the UK. Previously, this was part of UKBA (UK Border Agency) which closed in 2013.
Information for British nationals who are victims of rape and sexual assault in the Federated States of Micronesia.
How to tax a beneficial loan arrangement for a director or employee.
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