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FAQs for New Recruits

Tips to help overseas recruited staff prepare for joining the Commonwealth Secretariat

Answers on questions about travel to London and living in the United Kingdom for new recruits:

  • Does the Secretariat pay for me and my family to travel to London for me to assume duty?
  • What type of visa do I and my family need and how do I get it?
  • What medical checkup and certificates do I need?
  • What personal documents should I bring with me to London?
  • What should I bring on the flight?
  • May I ship my household goods?
  • Where will I put up on my arrival in London?
  • How do I go about finding permanent housing? Does the Secretariat provide any assistance?
  • What should I know about the education system in London? What assistance does the Secretariat provide?
  • What health services are available to staff and their families?
  • Do I pay tax or National Insurance?

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  • Strategic Action Plan to Implement the Electronic Single Window in UgandaClosing Date: 28 June 2013
  • Internship - Political Affairs DivisionClosing Date: 21 May 2013
  • Legal Assistant - Legal and Constitutional Affairs DivisionClosing Date: 22 May 2013

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