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Renting a home in the United KingdomEngland's renting rules changed on 1 May 2026, when the Renters' Rights Act took effect. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own laws; the guide gives the deposit rules for all four.
Driving in the United KingdomYou can drive on your licence for 12 months after becoming resident in Great Britain. Licences from a list of designated countries can then be exchanged without a test; all others need the theory and practical test.
Living in the United KingdomRegistering with a GP, your National Insurance number and the TV licence are the first things newcomers deal with. Here are the rules, with the official page for each.
Emergency numbers
Licensing routes into the United Kingdom
UK Doctor · United Kingdom
Official fees from £1,800
UK Pharmacist · United Kingdom
Official fees from £830
UK Nurse · United Kingdom
Official fees from £1,226
UK Dentist · United Kingdom
Official fees from £7,567
UK Physiotherapist · United Kingdom
Official fees from £1,048.40
UK Midwife · United Kingdom
Official fees from £1,226
Other countries
Last checked 20 October 2026. General information, not legal advice. PassPeers is independent and not affiliated with any authority.