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Use this official service for booking a Life in the UK Test as part of your application for citizenship or settlement
This is the only official government service for booking the Life in the…
You have 45 minutes to answer 24 questions based on the Life in the UK…
If you’re unable to attend your test, you can rearrange it or cancel it.…
Search the charity register to find details of registered charities in England and Wales including contact information, activities, latest financial reports and current trustees.
How you can show you know English when you apply for citizenship and to settle in the UK, and when you do not have to.
You might need to prove your knowledge of the English language if you’re…
You do not need to prove your knowledge of English if you’re either: aged…
You can prove your knowledge of English by having a recognised English…
You can prove your knowledge of English by having a degree that was taught…
The different types of British nationality explained - British citizen, British overseas territories citizen, British overseas citizen, British subject, British national (overseas), British protected person
Use this form to claim Sure Start Maternity Grant by post.
Having right of abode means you're allowed to live or work in the UK without any immigration restrictions - apply for a certificate of entitlement to prove you have it.
Dual citizenship (also known as dual nationality) is allowed in the UK. Read the rules and how to apply.
How internet scams work and what to be aware of - misleading websites, report website fraud, suspicious communication and phishing, HMRC scams, immigration scams.
British passport eligibility - types of British nationality, eligibility by marriage or civil partnership, who to contact if you're not sure
Submit a claim for Gift Aid, the Gift Aid small donation scheme (GASDS) and other income; schedule spreadsheets; registering and enrolling for a Charities Online account; activation codes
Application form to order a copy of a birth certificate registered in England and Wales.
Order a replacement registration or naturalisation certificate, or correct mistakes on a certificate - fees, application forms, address, supporting documents.
Contact your council to arrange your British citizenship ceremony - fees, venue, application
To start a charity you need trustees, to choose a business structure, decide suitable charitable purposes and you may have to register with the Charity Commission.
Nominate someone for an honour or bravery award (called a gallantry award), read the New Year honours list - BEMs, MBEs, OBEs, knighthoods, outstanding achievements and contributions to public life.
Application form for British applicants outside the UK.
You must use form LA1 to apply to re-register a child’s birth following the marriage or civil partnership of natural parents.
Find volunteering opportunities, and volunteer rights, pay, expenses, age limits, criminal record checks.
Use these schedule spreadsheets to claim back tax through Gift Aid, Gift Aid Small Donations Scheme (GASDS) or other income using Charities Online.
The Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies (CIC Regulator)'s form for applying to form a community interest company.
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