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Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate to study in the UK.
Use this form to file a translation in connection with a European patent or a European patent application
Check the patents journal to find UK-registered patents granted, published and filed
You must tell DVLA if you have a brain abscess, cyst or encephalitis - download the correct form to let them know
The diagnosis, management and epidemiology of Bacillus spp.
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
The Multidisciplinary University Research Initiative (MURI) is a US Department of Defense (DoD) programme.
Student visa - check which courses you can study, prepare supporting documents, apply, what happens at the UK border
Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
Check the tariff classification for lace-up low shoes.
Use this form to transform your Madrid Protocol Designation to a UK Trade Mark application.
Urgent public health message: UKHSA has been notified about an outbreak of food botulism in France involving a small number of British nationals.
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.
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.
Guide to licensing requirements and restrictions for trade control and the export of controlled military goods, software and technology.
Find out how to complete and submit an Other Interest (OI) return using the HMRC spreadsheet or electronic flat text file.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides lists of English-speaking lawyers abroad to help British nationals find the legal support they need.
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