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Find out what to do when goods declared for export in Northern Ireland leave an EU country, or when goods declared in an EU country leave Northern Ireland, moving to Great Britain (England, Scotland or Wales) or a non-EU cou…
Statutory guidance for the Venezuela sanctions regime, plus a summary of its purposes, scope and prohibitions.
Guidance for businesses and individuals on what licence and supporting documentation you need to export firearms, ammunition and related equipment.
Find out which body is responsible for licensing your activity, and send your application to the correct team.
How to trade or move CITES-listed specimens through designated UK ports and airports.
Heavy goods vehicle (HGV) and trailer documents you need to legally cross international borders in a UK-registered vehicle.
Check what customs charges apply when using an express operator (previously called a fast parcel operator) to make import and export customs declarations.
How to get relief from excise duty on oil used in certain ways using the Industrial Relief Scheme, also known as the Tied Oils Scheme.
How to apply for a certificate of free sale to export medical devices outside the UK.
The rules for manufacturing mercury added products in Great Britain, as well as importing and exporting them between Great Britain and non-EU countries.
Find out what information you'll need for your application and apply for Authorised Economic Operator status.
How to decide if textiles are waste or non-waste, and the controls that apply when importing or exporting them.
OTSI’s enforcement powers as set out in The Trade, Aircraft and Shipping Sanctions (Civil Enforcement) Regulations 2024.
Export control licensing statistics compiled by the Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU).
Legislation on animal feed applies to a wide range of animal feed businesses and activities. This page contains further guidance on key legislation affecting businesses involved with animal feed.
Statutory guidance for the Sudan sanctions regime, plus a summary of its purposes, scope and prohibitions.
Check if you can apply for authorised use to reduce your payments when you import goods for a specific use. This can include repairs, maintenance or processing.
Use this service to apply for a guarantee on bonds, loans and other facilities that support UK exports.
Find the location codes for the UN/LOCODE to be used in Data Elements 4/1 and 5/23 when using the Customs Declaration Service (Appendix 16I).
What you need to do to export live animals from the UK.
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