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The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the official UK government body responsible for intellectual property (IP) rights including patents, designs, trade marks and copyright. IPO is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology , supported...
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
How to object to the registration of a lasting or enduring power of attorney - including forms and fees
Find out about the changes if you are exporting personal protective equipment (PPE) during the coronavirus pandemic.
Guidance and information about high consequence infectious diseases and their management in England.
Short-term study visa - prepare supporting documents, apply, book and attend an appointment, what happens at the UK border
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
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.
Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
Student visa - check which courses you can study, prepare supporting documents, apply, what happens at the UK border
A CV is a summary of your skills, achievements and experience that you use to apply for jobs. Check advice on what to include and how to make it stand out.
Information on key security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in Australia.
Check the tariff classification for lace-up low shoes.
How to apply for an exemption to use a restricted substance to manufacture electrical and electronic equipment.
Goods that are controlled and how to get licences for them, the UK Strategic Export Control Lists, dealing with the Export Control Organisation (ECO).
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.
Use this form to transform your Madrid Protocol Designation to a UK Trade Mark application.
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