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FCDO travel advice aims to inform British nationals so they can make decisions about travelling abroad. This page sets out how the FCDO assesses risks and compiles travel advice.
A checklist from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office to help British people prepare for travelling and staying safe abroad.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in France, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Spain, including guidance on residency, healthcare and passports.
This guidance explains the rights of UK nationals in the EU, the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to benefits and pensions.
Driving licence exchange and rules for drivers living in the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland.
Advice to British people affected by crises abroad such as large-scale terrorist attacks, natural disasters and political unrest, and how the FCDO can help.
How to get state healthcare if you live, work or study in Spain.
Information for UK nationals moving to or living in Ireland, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Rates of exchange issued by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) for consular services provided at our embassies, high commissions and consulates abroad.
The Withdrawal Agreement protects the rights of UK nationals and their family members who live in EU countries.
Official information British people moving to and living in the United States of America (USA) need to know, including residency, healthcare and driving.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Portugal, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
This page lists businesses that can provide a next-day service to legalise a document.
Official information British people moving to and living in Canada need to know, including residency, healthcare and driving.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Italy, including guidance on residency, healthcare and passports.
How to prepare and what to do if you’re affected by extreme weather and natural hazards while travelling or living abroad.
What to do, including registering the death, post mortems, bringing the body to the UK and getting help from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).
Check if you need a visa or permit to work in France and how to get one if you do.
How to get state healthcare if you live, work or study in France.
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