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This page provides information about some of the actions you may need to take if you are a UK national living abroad and you are returning to the UK permanently.
You must tell DVLA if you have a brain abscess, cyst or encephalitis - download the correct form to let them know
Information on UK sanctions currently in place and how to apply for the appropriate licences.
The Intellectual Property Office offers different methods of accelerating the processing of your patent application.
Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate to study in the UK.
Check if you need an international driving permit (IDP) to drive abroad on holiday and how to exchange your licence if you move abroad - including driving in the EU after Brexit.
When tests to detect COVID-19 are commonly used (use cases) and what to consider when deciding which type of test to employ.
What you need to do to work and operate in the aviation industry.
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is responsible for the regulation of aviation safety in the UK, determining policy for the use of airspace, the economic regulation of Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports, the licensing and financial fitness of airlines and...
Advice for medical professionals to follow when assessing drivers with psychiatric disorders.
You must tell DVLA if you have a balloon angioplasty in your leg and drive a bus, coach or lorry - download the correct form to let them know
Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
The Global Business Mobility routes are for workers based outside the UK who are undertaking a temporary work assignment in the UK as a Senior or Specialist Worker, Graduate Trainee, UK Expansion Worker, Service Supplier or Secondment Worker.
Usher syndrome is a medical condition you must tell DVLA about
Countries have their own rules about what goods you can bring in using an ATA Carnet. Check with the issuer in the country you’re exporting to.
Information on carrying medicine containing controlled drugs for individual travellers entering or leaving the UK.
Licences and authorisations to import genetic material, research and diagnostic samples, trade samples and display items, and some live animals and animal products.
Argentina is subject to transit control for military goods and restrictions for controlled goods and technology.
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