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Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
Check the regulations on aircraft parts imported with a certificate of airworthiness.
Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate to study in the UK.
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.
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Export controls applying to Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) related activities - transfer of technology and provision of technical support
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
The requirements for packaging DNLEU
Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
Nigeria 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.
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.
Find out how to export live fish, molluscs and crustaceans for farming, ornamental, or any other purpose except direct human consumption
Monitor the progress of a patent application through search reports, open to the public inspection files, and caveats.
Short-term study visa - prepare supporting documents, apply, book and attend an appointment, what happens at the UK border
How to spot Batrachochytrium salamandrivorans, what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
Anyone in charge of a ship must monitor traffic at sea and report any accidents or incidents
Student visa - check which courses you can study, prepare supporting documents, apply, what happens at the UK border
Guidance on how to report a security vulnerability on any Department for Business and Trade (DBT) IT service or system.
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