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Information on UK sanctions currently in place and how to apply for the appropriate licences.
Apply for a Secondment Worker visa to work for a UK organisation as part of a high-value contract - eligibility, fees, documents, extend, switch or update, bring your partner and children.
Information on how to revalidate a UK CoC (and UK GMDSS at the same time).
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
Apply for an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate, to study certain subjects in the UK.
Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is responsible for the regulation of aviation safety in the UK, determining policy for the use of airspace, the economic regulation of Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports, the licensing and financial fitness of airlines and...
Export controls on goods that can be used for torture or capital punishment.
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.
Visit the UK as a Standard Visitor for tourism, business, study (courses up to 6 months), medical treatment and other activities. Find out whether you need a Standard Visitor visa, or can visit without a visa.
Apply to study English language in the UK with a Short-term study visa. Check fees, eligibility, documents you need and how to apply.
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
Apply for a Global Talent visa to work in the arts, sciences or digital technology once you have been endorsed as a leader or potential leader.
Licences and authorisations to import genetic material, research and diagnostic samples, trade samples and display items, and some live animals and animal products.
Find out how to import timber and wood material, including the documents, identity checks and plant health inspections required.
Apply for a Temporary Work - Religious Worker visa to do religious work in the UK - getting sponsored, fees, eligibility, family members
Guidance for industry on flexible approaches to regulation we are taking during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Colombia, including guidance on residency, passports, healthcare and emergencies.
Countries have their own rules about what goods you can bring in using an ATA Carnet. Check with the issuer in the country you’re exporting to.
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