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These documents explain what successful applicants for naturalisation as a British citizen should expect following their decision.
The penalties if you are caught taking or dealing drugs - drug classification, fines and prison sentences
Get a visa fee waiver if you’re applying for permission to stay in the UK and you cannot afford to pay the application fee. Apply if you're joining a partner or parent, as a refugee or if you have humanitarian protection.
You need a firearm or shotgun certificate issued by the police to possess, buy or acquire a firearm or shotgun, and buy ammunition
Get endorsement for the Global Talent visa to work in the UK as a researcher or academic leader - fellowship, UKRI endorsement, peer review.
Apply for asylum to stay in the UK as a refugee - eligibility, documents you need, how to apply, screening, asylum interview, help you can get, children
Guidance for employers about DBS checks, including how to apply, registering with the DBS and the code of practice.
Guidance for Ukrainian nationals and their immediate family members who wish to come to the UK under the Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme.
This contains an explanation of who’s covered by the Immigration Rules, dates of effect and definitions/interpretations of the terms used.
Get endorsement for the Global Talent visa to work in the UK as a digital technology expert - fintech, gaming, cyber security, artificial intelligence
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