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The Intellectual Property Office offers different methods of accelerating the processing of your patent application.
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
Short-term study visa - prepare supporting documents, apply, book and attend an appointment, what happens at the UK border
International Pension Centre contact details for pension enquiries if you've lived or worked abroad
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Information on carrying medicine containing controlled drugs for individual travellers entering or leaving the UK.
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.
Guidance on patents hearings and how to appeal against an outcome.
This is advice for UK sponsors whose students are affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
Find out about Import VAT and Customs Duty when you send gifts into the UK.
We are here to make digital government simpler, clearer and faster for everyone. GDS is part of the Cabinet Office .
Monitor the progress of a patent application through search reports, open to the public inspection files, and caveats.
You can make observations on the patentability of a published patent application.
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