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We pursue our national interests and those of British citizens. We safeguard the UK’s security, defend our values, reduce poverty and tackle global challenges with our international partners. FCDO is a ministerial department, supported by 12 agencies and public bodies...
Use this form to file a translation in connection with a European patent or a European patent application
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.
The National Archives is the official archive and publisher for the UK government and for England and Wales. It is the guardian of some of our most iconic national documents, dating back over 1,000 years. The National Archives is a...
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Student visa - check which courses you can study, prepare supporting documents, apply, what happens at the UK border
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
Short-term study visa - prepare supporting documents, apply, book and attend an appointment, what happens at the UK border
Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
Recognised bodies, listed bodies, recognised universities, accredited higher learning institutions, bogus degrees
Information on key security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in Australia.
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 patents journal to find UK-registered patents granted, published and filed
Check the tariff classification for lace-up low shoes.
Find out how to complete and submit an Other Interest (OI) return using the HMRC spreadsheet or electronic flat text file.
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.
The Committee on Mutagenicity of Chemicals in Food, Consumer Products and the Environment (COM) assesses and advises on mutagenic risks to humans. COM is an advisory non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department of Health and Social Care and the...
Use this form to transform your Madrid Protocol Designation to a UK Trade Mark application.
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