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How to apply for British citizenship if you're stateless - who's eligible, fees and where to send your application

• Overview and fees

  You may be eligible to apply to ‘register’ as a British citizen if you’re…

• You were born on or after 1 January 1983

  How you apply depends on where you were born. You were born in the UK or a…

• You were born before 1 January 1983

  Read the guidance to check if you can apply. Fill in the form to apply…

• After you’ve applied

  You’ll get a letter confirming your application. It can take up to 4…

The New Year Honours 2021 lists have been published, marking the achievements and service of extraordinary people across the United Kingdom.

• Updated: 30 December 2020

Information about the Ministry of Defence’s programme for accelerating procurement of digital and innovative technologies.

• Updated: 31 March 2026

The Industrial Energy Transformation Fund (IETF) supports the development and deployment of technologies that enable businesses with high energy use to transition to a low carbon future.

• Updated: 3 July 2025

This page brings together information on Freeports operating within the UK. 

• Updated: 19 November 2025

If your employer is 'insolvent' this means it cannot pay its debts - your rights if this happens, claiming money owed to you, where to get advice

• Updated: 4 July 2025

Find out how venture capital schemes work, who can apply and what tax reliefs are available for your investors.

• Updated: 6 April 2026

Suppliers of science and technology research can sign up to R-Cloud to access opportunities from across the Ministry of Defence (MOD).

• Updated: 16 December 2022

Find out about investment opportunities and support from the UK government. Learn how to manage risk, invest ethically, and access guidance on African countries.

• Updated: 29 April 2024