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UK border control - passport checks, visas for entering, customs, transiting and layovers.
Your identity document (for example your passport or identity card) will…
Check what documents you’ll need to enter the UK. You’re a British citizen…
You’ll need to show your identity document, such as your passport or…
You must co-operate if you’re stopped and asked about your baggage. If you…
Passing through a UK airport while on the way to another country is called…
Information about changing requirements for UK nationals travelling to countries in the Schengen area.
This lists the names of people who have received The George Medal, The King's Gallantry Medal and The King's Commendation for Bravery.
You may need a visa to come to the UK to visit, study or work.
Checklist of things you can do to make air travel quicker and easier.
There are different ways to apply for British citizenship, including ‘naturalisation’. Check your eligibility to apply.
Information for people travelling to the UK from Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey or the Isle of Man, and information for people passing through the UK on the way to Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey or the Isle of Man.
Find out how the ATA Carnet works, what to do at customs, and what happens if your goods are lost, destroyed or stolen.
International Pension Centre contact details for pension enquiries if you've lived or worked abroad
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