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The UK government's offices in India no longer issue ‘No Objection Certificate’ for marriage registrations to British nationals.
Guidance from the British Embassy on buying, renting or letting property in the United Arab Emirates.
This document lists all British Forces Post Office (BFPO) locations for Foreign Office posts abroad, including their numbers and postcodes.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in September 2019.
This guide sets out essential information for British nationals wanting to buy property in Egypt.
Everyone has the right to choose whether to marry, who they marry and when they marry.
Advice for British people on staying safe when travelling abroad by sea, including piracy, armed robbery and security risks in particular regions.
At the end of every month we publish a newsletter covering recent intellectual property (IP) developments in China.
A guide to some important elements of the UK’s treaty practice and procedure.
Practical advice to consider when purchasing a property in India.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in January 2014.
Advice for British people buying property in Morocco, including information on legal advice, fraud, residence requirements, complaints and more.
How to access the essential information you need when living in Taiwan as a British national.
Explanatory notice to British nationals contemplating marriage in Egypt.
This page is designed to provide British Nationals with guidance on nationality in China.
International secondment opportunities with the FCO, for serving and retired police, and civilian experts.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in PERU, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in February 2019.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office's archive management teams.
Guidance on how to ensure UK overseas security and justice assistance work meets our human rights obligations and our values.
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