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You can claim a relief to pay no Customs Duty and VAT if you're importing inherited goods into the UK.
How to use VAT margin schemes - records you need to keep, invoicing and VAT return reporting
VAT margin schemes tax the difference between what you paid for an item…
You can only use a margin scheme for: second-hand goods works of art…
You must keep the usual VAT records when you use a margin scheme. You must…
You must show any goods you bought or sold using a margin scheme on your…
Get help to classify ceramic articles for import and export.
How to comply with hallmarking law if your business supplies items described as precious metal (gold, silver, platinum or palladium).
When and how you need to register your item or apply for an exemption certificate to deal in ivory.
Guidance for Trading Standards officers on how to enforce the hallmarking law.
Find out how to value your goods to help when working out the VAT due when importing goods into the UK.
This guidance is to help you know how to recognise a hallmark and who to contact about your consumer rights.
Briefing from the British Hallmarking Council to the Department of Trade and Industry concerning the draft EU Directive.
The Royal Mint (RM) is the world’s leading export mint, making coins and medals for an average of 60 countries every year. However, its first responsibility is to make and distribute United Kingdom coins as well as to supply blanks...
You need a certificate to export rough diamonds.
Find out how to operate PAYE if you pay your employees with assets that can be sold or cashed in, like stocks, shares or cryptoassets.
The British Hallmarking Council's HALO award 2023 is open for submissions.
Declaration of intent from the British Hallmarking Council and Assay Offices among others, based on the proposals in the EU Directive.
There’s a ban on supplying luxury goods to anyone in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea) or Syria, directly or indirectly.
Find out about Import VAT and Customs Duty when you send gifts into the UK.
How to apply for a licence to export cultural goods, including antiques, furniture and archaeological items.
You may be able to pay no Customs Duty or a reduced amount of duty for goods you bring or receive into the UK, depending on what they are and what you do with them.
Claim relief on import duty and VAT when importing miscellaneous documents and related articles into the UK.
The British Hallmarking Council's guidance on mokume gane articles.
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