During the recruitment process the Royal Navy will not provide you with accommodation whilst you’re in the UK. You’ll need to have family or a sponsor willing to support you while you are here.

No, you will need to pay for all travel to and from the UK.

The Royal Navy will not pay your travel expenses to the AFCO, they will only pay travel expenses for courses you have to attend if you are successful in the recruitment process.

No. And all dual nationals must provide an official letter which states they have no obligation for service in their country of origin. Your duty to do national service will not go away if you join the Royal Navy.

Yes. All candidates will need to receive security clearance before they are able to join.

If your visa or stamp is running out and you are not successful in your application, the Royal Navy will not support your visa extension request, you will have to return to your country of origin.

If your passport runs out prior to joining the Royal Navy, you will not be able to enter the service. All candidates must have a valid passport and visa stamp.

If your application is unsuccessful, you may still have some time on your visa schedule which will allow you to try again, however this is up to the Armed Forces Careers Office (AFCO) you visit.