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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...
Get endorsement for the Global Talent visa to work in the UK as a researcher or academic leader - fellowship, UKRI endorsement, peer review.
Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate to study in the UK.
Find out about the changes if you are exporting personal protective equipment (PPE) during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Intellectual Property Office offers different methods of accelerating the processing of your patent application.
This guidance outlines the requirements for claiming preferential tariffs under the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS).
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
How to apply for an exemption to use a restricted substance to manufacture electrical and electronic equipment.
Use this form to file a translation in connection with a European patent or a European patent application
Order birth, adoption, marriage, civil partnership and death certificates from the General Register Office (GRO) - find GRO index numbers
Find out about local procedures, burials and cremations, and returning the body to the UK.
Information on carrying medicine containing controlled drugs for individual travellers entering or leaving the UK.
Find out about Import VAT and Customs Duty when you send gifts into the UK.
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
Information on embargoes on West African States and how to apply for an export licence.
Export controls on goods that can be used for torture or capital punishment.
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
Apply for a Minister of Religion visa (T2) if you've been offered a job in a faith community - eligibility, extend or switch, knowledge of English, bring your family
How to self-upload evidence when making an application to come to or stay in the UK.
Short-term study visa - prepare supporting documents, apply, book and attend an appointment, what happens at the UK border
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