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How to object to the registration of a lasting or enduring power of attorney - including forms and fees
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...
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Check the regulations on aircraft parts imported with a certificate of airworthiness.
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
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.
How to apply for an exemption to use a restricted substance to manufacture electrical and electronic equipment.
Student visa - check which courses you can study, prepare supporting documents, apply, what happens at the UK border
Short-term study visa - prepare supporting documents, apply, book and attend an appointment, what happens at the UK border
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
Monitor the progress of a patent application through search reports, open to the public inspection files, and caveats.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
Use supplementary pages SA109 to record your residence and domicile status on your SA100 Tax Return.
How to use A/B testing to evaluate your digital health product.
This is advice for UK sponsors whose students are affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
What to do if your goods are lost, destroyed or stolen under an ATA Carnet.
Use this form to transform your Madrid Protocol Designation to a UK Trade Mark application.
Find out how to complete and submit an Other Interest (OI) return using the HMRC spreadsheet or electronic flat text file.
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