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This page explains the purpose of the Global Partnerships Conference and how to follow updates and outputs from the event.
This page lists the entities and individuals designated on 11 May 2026 under the UK’s Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019.
List of Russia and irregular migration sanctions designations, 5 May 2026
Any person or organisation involved in a transaction with those subject to financial sanctions will first need a licence from OFSI.
This guide sets out who has to apply for a permit, how to apply and explains the other rules covering travel to Antarctica.
Guidance about the work of the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Treaty Unit.
Statutory guidance for the Syria sanctions regime, plus a summary of its purposes, scope and prohibitions.
The draft Agreement reached between the UK and the European Union in respect of Gibraltar, with accompanying summary.
Statutory guidance for the Libya sanctions regime, plus a summary of its purposes, scope and prohibitions.
For legal and other specialist users: a list of statutory instruments (SIs) that have made changes, and outlines of the main changes made.
The Afghan citizens resettlement scheme separated families (ACRS) pathway closed at 3pm on 30 October 2024. You can no longer make a referral under this scheme.
Statutory guidance for the Afghanistan sanctions regime, plus a summary of its purposes, scope and prohibitions.
This page explains what freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) is and why it matters to people around the world.
Information about moving to, living or retiring in Chile – including visas, working, healthcare and driving.
Guidance for UK nationals and organisations considering professional engagement with Chinese individuals and organisations.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office's archive management teams.
Statutory guidance for the Iran nuclear sanctions regime, plus a summary of its purposes, scope and prohibitions.
Statutory guidance for the Lebanon sanctions regime, plus a summary of its purposes, scope and prohibitions.
If a British person is kidnapped abroad, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office will try to do everything we can to make sure they are released safely.
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