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Apply for an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate, to study certain subjects in the UK.
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The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) has closed. It’s been replaced by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). FCDO guidance, services and information These services are now provided by FCDO: foreign …
A checklist from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office to help British people prepare for travelling and staying safe abroad.
Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme certificate to study in the UK.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Spain, including guidance on residency, healthcare and passports.
How to apply for an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate, what's involved in the application process and how long it takes.
Guidance for British people about cruise ship holidays abroad during the coronavirus pandemic.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in France, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Portugal, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Advice for UK nationals living abroad, including residency, health and benefits, and specific advice for people following the UK's departure from the EU.
Information for UK nationals moving to or living in Ireland, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Italy, including guidance on residency, healthcare and passports.
How to get state healthcare if you live, work or study in Spain.
Official information British people moving to and living in the United States of America (USA) need to know, including residency, healthcare and driving.
Advice for LGBT travellers going abroad.
Bring your pet to Great Britain - microchipping, pet passports, vaccinations
Advice and guidance from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) for British nationals travelling and living abroad.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Cyprus, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Greece, including guidance on residency, passports, healthcare and driving.
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