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How your personal information is used within the electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system.
The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 ensure sanctions relating to Russia are implemented effectively after the UK leaves the EU.
Apply for an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate, to study certain subjects in the UK.
Use the Check Employment Status for Tax (CEST) tool to find out if you, or a worker on a specific engagement, should be classed as employed or self-employed for tax purposes.
Check how quickly you’ll receive a decision on your UK visa application if you're applying from inside the UK.
When you need to verify depends on your role, and when you started that role.
DBS offers a number of online services, including the Update Service, DBS online accounts and online tracking.
Statutory guidance on multi-agency working to help, support and protect children.
Guidance for Ukrainian nationals and their immediate family members who wish to remain in the UK under the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme.
Check if you have to pay the higher rates of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) when you buy a residential property in England or Northern Ireland.
Find out which jobs are eligible for the Skilled Worker visa.
Guidance for inspectors and providers on inspecting registered early years settings in England under the renewed education inspection framework, available for use from 10 November 2025.
FCDO travel advice for Poland. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
What to do before you apply, and how to apply for a licence yourself or through your employer.
Complete a tax check to renew a taxi driver, private hire or scrap metal licence, or apply for the same type of licence with a different licensing authority.
Expecting your first student finance payment? We’ve got you covered!
A collection of the current Immigration Rules.
Guidance on claiming Universal Credit if you're a student.
This guidance is an introduction to the Open Document Format (ODF) standard and how you can select ODF-compliant solutions.
How your personal information is used within the borders, immigration and citizenship system.
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