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The UK's regulatory framework for strategic export controls and the circumstances where you might need an export licence.
Use these forms if you import, export, or move goods through the UK.
Pharmacovigilance system requirements
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...
How to contact MHRA for specific services or enquiries.
The Intellectual Property Office offers different methods of accelerating the processing of your patent application.
Apply to manufacture Extemporaneous preparations, Autogenous vaccines, authorisations for Equine Stem Cell Centre (ESCCA) or Non-Food Animal Blood Bank (NFABBA).
How to make sure that your products are properly checked for conformity and your technical documents are managed correctly.
Check the regulations on aircraft parts imported with a certificate of airworthiness.
An overview of the process including submitting or fast tracking an application, naming your medicine and paying fees.
How contracting authorities can find approved specialist providers and award contracts for decontamination services in relation to a CBRN or major HazMat incident.
Find out about the changes if you are exporting personal protective equipment (PPE) during the coronavirus pandemic.
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
Protocols and procedures for testing the distinctiveness, uniformity and stability (DUS) of certain agricultural and vegetable plants.
Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate to study in the UK.
Mali is subject to regional controls governing small arms and light weapons.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
Nigeria is subject to regional controls governing small arms and light weapons.
How a product complies with EU safety, health and environmental requirements, and how to place a CE marking on your product.
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