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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...
Order birth, adoption, marriage, civil partnership and death certificates from the General Register Office (GRO) - find GRO index numbers
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Use this form to file a translation in connection with a European patent or a European patent application
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
You must tell DVLA if you have a brain abscess, cyst or encephalitis - download the correct form to let them know
Apply for an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate, to study certain subjects in the UK.
Use these EU country codes, VAT numbers and foreign language letters to complete an EC Sales List (ESL).
Check the tariff classification for plates made of fine bone china.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
This page provides practical information to help you make the most of your IP when doing business in Kazakhstan.
Check the patents journal to find UK-registered patents granted, published and filed
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.
Find data and analysis from Census 2021 and earlier censuses.
Use this page to verify Certificates of Competency (CoC) and Flag State Endorsements (FSE) online.
Information on how to gain a UK CoC for Engineering/Electro-Technical Officers or Engineering Watch Rating Certificate
Find registered designs in the UK
Get help to classify drones and aircraft parts for import and export.
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