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Who can confirm someone’s identity online for a passport application and what they need to do
You’ll get an email from HM Passport Office if someone applying for a…
You’ll get an email from HM Passport Office if someone has asked you to…
Correct the original registration with the register office or GRO - find out what corrections can be made, who can apply, how long it takes, what they look like
You can apply for a birth registration correction when the information is…
The following people can apply for a correction: the mother the father (if…
It costs £83 or £99 to apply to correct a mistake in a birth registration.…
Information about incidents and outbreaks of Ebola and Marburg, both viral haemorrhagic fevers (VHF).
What British nationals need to do to get married in Japan, including what documents you need.
Downloadable standard letters to explain services are not available in some British embassies, high commissions and consulates.
Tells HM Passport Office staff who can confirm a customer’s identity and how they do this.
What the confirmation statement is and how to send your statement to Companies House.
Guidance for EU Settlement Scheme applicants in or outside the UK who have been affected by restrictions associated with coronavirus.
What British nationals need to do to get married in China, including what documents you need.
Licensing authorities must confirm a tax check has been completed by applicants renewing taxi driver, private hire and scrap metal licences, or applying for a licence held with another authority.
Documents, certificate, letters, and notes available from the British embassy and consulates in the USA.
Use this form if your confirmation date is 4 March 2024 or earlier, to confirm that the company's details are up to date.
Commonwealth countries have no powers under the Commissioners for Oaths Act 1889 to undertake notarial acts, administer oaths or take affidavits.
Use this form if your confirmation date is 5 March 2024 or later, to confirm that the company's details are up to date.
Owners and vets can use this form to confirm an XL Bully dog has been neutered.
Verify the identity of an officer from the HMRC Fraud Investigation Service (FIS) or a HMRC collector if they contact you in person.
Information on eVisas and why you need one.
Tells HM Passport Office staff how to check a person’s signature is genuine if we do not hold a record of their signature on main index.
This guidance describes case definitions to inform testing and reporting of suspected mpox cases.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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