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Report wreck material to the Receiver of Wreck - what counts as wreck material, fines and deadline
The controls that apply if you transport waste out of or into England.
How the maritime industry should treat waste at sea and in ports, reduce oil and air pollution, and control ozone-depleting substances.
If you’re the ship's master (or their agent) of a commercial vessel, you will need to get clearance to leave a UK port.
What transport sanctions are, how to apply for a transport sanctions licence and how to report a breach.
Check if your import, export or re-export needs a permit or certificate under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
Indefinite leave to remain or enter the UK if your relationship has broken down because of domestic violence or abuse - fees, who's eligible, how to apply.
Apply for a Temporary Work – International Agreement visa if you're working under international law (including diplomatic households) - extend or switch, family members
If you're moving goods outside the UK, you'll need to make an exit summary declaration if you've not fulfilled safety and security requirements with a full customs export declaration.
Find out the VAT liability for supplying ships, trains, aircraft and associated services in the UK.
Information on UK sanctions currently in place and how to apply for the appropriate licences.
If you're an employee working at sea outside of the UK check if you can claim tax relief on your earnings.
How to apply for the different simplified declarations for exports and what you need for authorisation to use them.
If you're a non-UK resident temporarily importing a vessel, check if you can get relief using Temporary Admission (TA) and the rules that apply while your yacht is under the TA procedure in the UK.
Find out the procedures you'll need to follow to zero rate VAT for the supply of a sailaway boat.
Get your goods cleared by the National Clearance Hub when moving goods into, out of, or through the UK.
Owners and operators of seagoing ships and large yachts are responsible for the health and safety of seafarers
Apply to stay in the UK as a stateless person – who can apply, how to include family, documents you need, how to apply and extend
The processes that operators need to follow when shipping radioactive sources to and from EU countries.
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