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Export control licensing statistics compiled by the Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU).
You can use a SIEL to make shipments of specified military or dual-use items to a named consignee and/or end-user.
The UK's regulatory framework for strategic export controls and the circumstances where you might need an export licence.
How to use the online export licensing system to get a licence to export controlled goods, software and technology overseas.
What import and export restrictions apply due to sanctions for UK persons, including UK businesses and UK natural persons, when trading with Russia.
Find out which body is responsible for licensing your activity, and send your application to the correct team.
Statutory guidance for the Democratic Republic of the Congo sanctions regime, plus a summary of its purposes, scope and prohibitions.
If you use, produce or supply wood packaging material (WPM) to move goods to or from the EU or the rest of the world, you must make sure it meets international standards.
The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has changed the team responsible for trade sanctions licensing responsibilities.
The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) is transitioning the Ministry of Defence (MOD) security approval form 680 (F680) away from SPIRE.
Licence allowing the export of dual-use items or military goods software or technology and trade of military goods, to, between and among Australia, the USA and the UK.
The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has updated the open general licence, AUKUS Nations.
Licence for the export of military goods for the production, development or maintenance of Typhoon aircraft.
The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has updated the general trade licence Russia sanctions for sectoral software and technology.
How to apply for a certificate of free sale to export medical devices outside the UK.
The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has introduced a change to the way we assess and process amendment requests for Open Individual Export Licences (OIELs).
This treaty was presented to Parliament in March 2026.
How to apply under articles 1 to 3, with an article 3 integration certificate template and completion guidance.
Guidance for exporters on submitting Export Licence applications for consideration.
Guidance for exporters on completing the Integration Certificate required under Article 3 of the Agreement on Defence Export Controls.
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