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Any person or organisation involved in a transaction with those subject to financial sanctions will first need a licence from OFSI.
Guide to licensing procedure and other restrictions for export of controlled dual-use items, software and technology, goods for torture and radioactive sources.
Overview of the public service vehicle operator licensing system.
Information on UK sanctions currently in place and how to apply for the appropriate licences.
You must get permission to export certain drugs and medicines.
Intellectual property can be bought, sold or licensed.
Controlled chemicals, drug precursor chemicals and hazardous chemicals.
You can use a SIEL to make shipments of specified military or dual-use items to a named consignee and/or end user.
Guidance for UK wholesalers and manufacturers on how to import human medicines including unlicensed medicines, how to apply for a licence and how much it costs.
Guide to licensing requirements and restrictions for trade control and the export of controlled military goods, software and technology.
Licence and registration application information for companies that deal in precursor chemicals.
Types of public service vehicle (PSV) operator licences, application forms and application guidance notes. Appealing a decision and making changes to your licence
A new pathway supporting innovative approaches to the safe, timely and efficient development of medicines to improve patient access.
What to do before you apply, and how to apply for a licence yourself or through your employer.
Information on the different types of alcohol licences available and guidance on how to apply for them.
Guidance for copyright owners on how to grant a licence for, sell or market their work.
Information for prospective growers of low THC cannabis (industrial hemp), for the production of seed and fibre only.
Guidance for employers on employing someone outside the UK.
Information for companies on the import and export of controlled drugs to and from the UK.
Licensing bodies and collective management organisations can agree licences with users on behalf of owners and collect any royalties the owners are owed.
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