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Apply for a UK Ancestry visa if you're a Commonwealth citizen and can prove that one of your grandparents was born in the UK - eligibility, fees, documents, how to apply, how long it takes and how to settle
Get information on teacher training courses, funding, pay scales and how to make a great application
Renew and pay for a GB or European patent online - when renewal is due, fees, renew by post or phone instead
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...
How to apply for British citizenship if you're stateless - who's eligible, fees and where to send your application
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in Colombia.
Export controls applying to Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) related activities - transfer of technology and provision of technical support
Find out about the changes if you are exporting personal protective equipment (PPE) during the coronavirus pandemic.
Use this form to file a translation in connection with a European patent or a European patent application
The civil procedure rules govern the way civil cases are managed, and set out the processes of the Civil Division of the Court of Appeal, the High Court and the County Court.
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
A CV is a summary of your skills, achievements and experience that you use to apply for jobs. Check advice on what to include and how to make it stand out.
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
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
Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
Student visa - check which courses you can study, prepare supporting documents, apply, what happens at the UK border
Information on how to gain a UK CoC for Engineering/Electro-Technical Officers or Engineering Watch Rating Certificate
How to apply for an exemption to use a restricted substance to manufacture electrical and electronic equipment.
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