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Guide to licensing procedure and other restrictions for export of controlled dual-use items, software and technology, goods for torture and radioactive sources.
Renew and pay for a GB or European patent online - when renewal is due, fees, renew by post or phone instead
How to make sure that your products are properly checked for conformity and your technical documents are managed correctly.
Getting a faster decision on a visa or settlement application; priority service, super priority service; waiting times; how to check if you're eligible
Apply for changes to your marketing authorisation, including minor variations type IA and IB, major variations type II and extensions.
Check the regulations on aircraft parts imported with a certificate of airworthiness.
Pharmacovigilance system requirements
This guidance is an introduction to the Open Document Format (ODF) standard and how you can select ODF-compliant solutions.
Check how quickly you’ll receive a decision on your UK visa application if you are applying from outside the UK.
Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
The Intellectual Property Office offers different methods of accelerating the processing of your patent application.
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
Get endorsement for the Global Talent visa to work in the UK as a digital technology expert - fintech, gaming, cyber security, artificial intelligence
Find out about the changes if you are exporting personal protective equipment (PPE) during the coronavirus pandemic.
Guidance to help organisations choose a monitoring approach for stack emissions to air that meets Environment Agency and MCERTS requirements (formerly part of M2).
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
Licences and authorisations to import genetic material, research and diagnostic samples, trade samples and display items, and some live animals and animal products.
Information on embargoes on West African States and how to apply for an export licence.
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