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Official information British people moving to and living in the United States of America (USA) need to know, including residency, healthcare and driving.
There are different ways to apply for British citizenship, including ‘naturalisation’. Check your eligibility to apply.
Apply to study English language in the UK with a Short-term study visa (6 to 11 months). Check fees, eligibility, documents you need and how to apply.
You may be eligible for a Short-term study visa if you’re taking an…
You must be 16 or older to apply. You must prove that: you’ve been…
Your English language course must be with an ‘accredited institution’.…
When you apply you must provide: a current passport or other valid travel…
You must apply online before you come to the UK. The earliest you can…
How to use paper forms to set up agent authorisations to deal with HMRC.
Apply for a Skilled Worker visa (formerly a Tier 2 General work visa) if you’ve been offered a skilled job with a UK employer - eligibility, fees, documents, extend, switch or update, bring your partner and children, taking on additional...
If you apply to Student Finance England for help with your studies for a full-time undergraduate course, you, your parents or partner may be asked to give us evidence.
Compare visas to visit, work, study or join a family member already in the UK. How to apply and what the decision on your application means.
Loans and mentoring for people looking to start or grow a business in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
Apply for an ETA to come to the UK if you’re a tourist, visiting family or for certain other reasons for up to 6 months. It costs £16. Find out if you need an ETA or a visa instead.
Choosing a legal structure when you're starting a business: the differences between being a sole trader and a limited company, including legal risk, registration and taxes.
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