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International Climate Finance is a UK government commitment to support developing countries to respond to the challenges and opportunities of climate change.
This notice lists goods where preferential tariffs on imports from standard preference tier countries will be suspended from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028.
1. Introduction Goods graduation is the suspension of preferential rates…
This guidance explains the different preference tiers under the DCTS, including benefits for each tier, criteria for moving between tiers and transition periods.
This guidance provides an introductory guide to the standards and regulatory requirements that businesses may need to meet, to import and sell goods in the UK.
This guidance outlines the requirements for claiming preferential tariffs under the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS).
The Ayrton Fund supports clean energy research, development and demonstration (RD&D) to accelerate the clean energy transition in developing countries.
This guidance provides the technical detail of improvements to rules of origin under the DCTS, as announced in the UK Trade Strategy.
This guidance explains what rules of origin (RoOs) are and the changes under the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS).
To sell goods to UK consumers, you may need to partner with other organisations, such as importers, distributors or retailers.
This guidance explains the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) and how businesses can use it to export products to the UK.
Find out about UK–Africa trade and investment support from the UK government, and what information, advice and services we provide.
This guidance provides an overview of the different tariffs for products exported to the UK under the DCTS, including how to identify commodity codes.
A business support service that brings together what the UK government offers for trade, finance, and investment between the UK and African countries.
When dealing with UK trading partners you may need to prove that your business and supply chain is free from bribery and corruption.
Trade and investment events help you gather information, make contacts and expand your network, and promote your business.
Guidance on changes to product specific rules for least developed countries (LDCs) under the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS).
The UK is a potential market for many goods and services from Africa.
Before exporting to international markets, you should check if your business is ready, and research the demand for your products.
AgDevCo provides finance and support to meet environmental, social and governance standards for agricultural businesses exporting to the UK from sub-Saharan Africa.
This guidance explains how African businesses can apply for under £2 million in funding through investment organisations backed by the UK government.
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