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Use this official service for booking a Life in the UK Test as part of your application for citizenship or settlement
This is the only official government service for booking the Life in the…
You have 45 minutes to answer 24 questions based on the Life in the UK…
If you’re unable to attend your test, you can rearrange it or cancel it.…
Search the charity register to find details of registered charities in England and Wales including contact information, activities, latest financial reports and current trustees.
How you can show you know English when you apply for citizenship and to settle in the UK, and when you do not have to.
You might need to prove your knowledge of the English language if you’re…
You do not need to prove your knowledge of English if you’re either: aged…
You can prove your knowledge of English by having a recognised English…
You can prove your knowledge of English by having a degree that was taught…
Use this form to claim Sure Start Maternity Grant by post.
The different types of British nationality explained - British citizen, British overseas territories citizen, British overseas citizen, British subject, British national (overseas), British protected person
Having right of abode means you're allowed to live or work in the UK without any immigration restrictions - apply for a certificate of entitlement to prove you have it.
How internet scams work and what to be aware of - misleading websites, report website fraud, suspicious communication and phishing, HMRC scams, immigration scams.
Dual citizenship (also known as dual nationality) is allowed in the UK. Read the rules and how to apply.
Submit a claim for Gift Aid, the Gift Aid small donation scheme (GASDS) and other income; schedule spreadsheets; registering and enrolling for a Charities Online account; activation codes
British passport eligibility - types of British nationality, eligibility by marriage or civil partnership, who to contact if you're not sure
Application form to order a copy of a birth certificate registered in England and Wales.
Order a replacement registration or naturalisation certificate, or correct mistakes on a certificate - fees, application forms, address, supporting documents.
Form GRO 185 to apply to re-register a child's birth and add the father's details.
Application form for British applicants outside the UK.
Find volunteering opportunities, and volunteer rights, pay, expenses, age limits, criminal record checks.
Contact your council to arrange your British citizenship ceremony - fees, venue, application
To start a charity you need trustees, to choose a business structure, decide suitable charitable purposes and you may have to register with the Charity Commission.
You must use form LA1 to apply to re-register a child’s birth following the marriage or civil partnership of natural parents.
How to volunteer as a magistrate, who can and cannot apply, the application form, and what magistrates do in court.
Nominate someone for an honour or bravery award (called a gallantry award), read the New Year honours list - BEMs, MBEs, OBEs, knighthoods, outstanding achievements and contributions to public life.
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