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Renew and pay for a GB or European patent online - when renewal is due, fees, renew by post or phone instead
Use these forms if you import, export, or move goods through the UK.
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...
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...
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
How to object to the registration of a lasting or enduring power of attorney - including forms and fees
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
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 process of taking or giving evidence from abroad for UK court cases and rules on which countries allow it.
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
How to use A/B testing to evaluate your digital health product.
Guidance for organisations involved in any aspect of the pharmaceutical lifecycle or GLP studies regulated by MHRA, covering the approval of paper documents when working from home
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.
This guide provides information about being arrested in Germany and what conditions are like in prison there.
Use these EU country codes, VAT numbers and foreign language letters to complete an EC Sales List (ESL).
Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
Find out how to complete and submit an Other Interest (OI) return using the HMRC spreadsheet or electronic flat text file.
Student visa - check which courses you can study, prepare supporting documents, apply, what happens at the UK border
Check the patents journal to find UK-registered patents granted, published and filed
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