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Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate to study in the UK.
Apply for changes to your marketing authorisation, including minor variations type IA and IB, major variations type II and extensions.
Use these forms if you import, export, or move goods through the UK.
You may need a visa to come to the UK to visit, study or work.
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...
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
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...
QCA was responsible for maintaining and developing the national curriculum and associated assessments, tests and examinations; and accredited and monitored qualifications in colleges and at work.
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is responsible for the regulation of aviation safety in the UK, determining policy for the use of airspace, the economic regulation of Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports, the licensing and financial fitness of airlines and...
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Short-term study visa - prepare supporting documents, apply, book and attend an appointment, what happens at the UK border
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
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.
Providing your biometric information and supporting documents for visa and immigration applications within the UK; UKVCAS service point locations; cost of appointments.
Student visa - check which courses you can study, prepare supporting documents, apply, what happens at the UK border
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
Use these EU country codes, VAT numbers and foreign language letters to complete an EC Sales List (ESL).
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.
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