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FCDO travel advice aims to inform British nationals so they can make decisions about travelling abroad. This page sets out how the FCDO assesses risks and compiles travel advice.
There has been a compromise to an Armed Forces payment network. This page provides guidance for the small number of veterans who may be affected.
Learn more about money laundering regulations and your responsibilities including the fit and proper test and approval process and report suspicious activity.
FCDO travel advice for Benin. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
If you apply to Student Finance England for help with your studies for a full-time undergraduate course, you, your parents or partner may be asked to give us evidence.
Intellectual property can be bought, sold or licensed.
FCDO travel advice for Ghana. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
Where to get training and advice on counter-terrorism if you work in the private security industry.
Buy or get someone's permission to use a patent, trade mark, design or work under copyright
Guidance to help businesses and organisations improve online security and protect against cyber threats.
Licensing bodies and collective management organisations can agree licences with users on behalf of owners and collect any royalties the owners are owed.
Advice for women travelling and living abroad, including organisations that can help.
Find out what to do if you are spiked, or are with someone who has been, and where to get more information.
Finding the right advice and advisor is the first step in making the best decisions for your invention or business.
Rules for online and distance selling for businesses
If you’re travelling abroad, it's important to take out appropriate travel insurance before you go.
Check someone's driving record - vehicles they can drive, penalty points and disqualifications
FCDO travel advice for Madagascar. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
Advice on how to stay secure online from the UK's National Cyber Security Centre.
A patent registers your invention and lets you take legal action against anyone who makes, uses, sells or imports your invention without your permission.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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