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Bring photo ID to vote Check what photo ID you'll need to vote in person in the General Election on 4 July.
Local processes for finding a lawyer, your rights, going to court, visits and money, trials, the legal system and prison conditions.
Information on laws and taxes for British nationals who want to buy property in Cyprus.
We may be able to offer notarial services, including administering an oath or affidavit and making a certified copy of a document.
Information on legal requirements and advice for British nationals buying property in France.
This is an example of the certificate you will be issued in Spanish.
Dangerous extremists intent on promoting extreme ideologies will be blocked from entering the UK as the government steps up action to protect the public.
Documents, certificates, letters and notes available at the British Embassy Kuwait.
Advice for British people buying property in Turkey, including information on legal advice, fraud, residence requirements and more.
List of fees for consular services in Philippines.
Online database of translators and interpreters for British nationals in Spain.
The UK government's offices in India no longer issue ‘No Objection Certificate’ for marriage registrations to British nationals.
How someone in Germany can get documents legalised, witnessed or certified, take an oath, affirmation or affidavit and obtain informative notes on UK naming law
Information for British nationals who are considering entering into surrogacy arrangements in foreign countries.
Example certificate for Marital Status for marriage in Spain.
The Foreign Secretary has overall responsibility for the work of the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, with a particular focus on: Strategy Directorate national security intelligence honours Europe
The FCO promotes the United Kingdom's interests overseas, supporting our citizens and businesses around the globe.
This page is designed to provide British Nationals with guidance on nationality in China.
Practical advice to consider when purchasing a property in India.
As leadership conference week starts at the Foreign Office, Sir Simon Fraser shares his advice an leadership skills.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
FCO urges British nationals to value their passport
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