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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...
Apply for changes to your marketing authorisation, including minor variations type IA and IB, major variations type II and extensions.
How to spot Batrachochytrium salamandrivorans, what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
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
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...
An overview of the process including submitting or fast tracking an application, naming your medicine and paying fees.
Information on embargoes on West African States and how to apply for an export licence.
Licences and authorisations to import genetic material, research and diagnostic samples, trade samples and display items, and some live animals and animal products.
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
Student visa - check which courses you can study, prepare supporting documents, apply, what happens at the UK border
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
Nigeria is subject to regional controls governing small arms and light weapons.
Reclaim VAT you've paid on goods and services bought in the UK to use in your business if you’re registered as a business outside the UK.
Check the tariff classification for flavour pods.
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Benin is subject to regional controls governing small arms and light weapons.
Mali is subject to regional controls governing small arms and light weapons.
What to do if your goods are lost, destroyed or stolen under an ATA Carnet.
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