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Export controls applying to Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) related activities - transfer of technology and provision of technical support
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Nigeria is subject to regional controls governing small arms and light weapons.
Reclaim VAT you've paid on goods and services bought in the UK to use in your business if you’re registered as a business outside the UK.
FCDO travel advice for USA. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
Niger is subject to regional controls governing small arms and light weapons.
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
Check the tariff classification for the unassembled parts to be implanted into the human body for different spinal treatments.
Check the tariff classification for flavour pods.
How to spot Aujeszky’s disease, what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
FCDO travel advice for Honduras. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
Benin is subject to regional controls governing small arms and light weapons.
Regulations to reduce the risk posed by the production, importation and storage of ammonium nitrate.
Examples of how and when to adjust the customs value for commercial level and quantity when using Methods 2 or 3 if you’re an importer or clearing agent.
Check the tariff classification for chewing tobacco and snuff (nasal tobacco).
Information for British nationals who are victims of rape and sexual assault in the Federated States of Micronesia.
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.
Goods that are controlled and how to get licences for them, the UK Strategic Export Control Lists, dealing with the Export Control Organisation (ECO).
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