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VisitBritain (VB) is the national tourism agency, responsible for marketing Britain worldwide and developing Britain’s visitor economy. It works with the Department for Business and Trade as well as airlines, travel operators, global brands and the official tourism bodies for...
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What to do if you’re bringing your pet or pets to Great Britain: quarantine rules, documents you need, types of animal you can bring.
You must follow certain rules to bring your pet to Great Britain (England,…
You must write a statement (called a ‘declaration’) to say that your pet:…
You must have an import licence to bring any pet animal that is not a dog,…
Depending on the type of pet you’re bringing, you may have to follow extra…
You need to apply for a permit or certificate if you’re bringing a pet…
To check the exact rules for your pet, contact the Centre for…
The rules on bringing food or animal products into Great Britain from abroad: restrictions, types of food and the amount you can bring.
Food for Britain was the Defra sponsored Non-Departmental Public Body promoting UK food exports between 1983 and 2009.
We are now implementing the recommendations of the Keep Britain Working independent review of the role of employers in health and disability, published 5 November 2025. This page brings together information about the review and progress since publication.
Declare goods that have been imported or exported between Great Britain and the UK Continental Shelf.
The Great Britain China Centre (GBCC) promotes mutual trust and understanding between the UK and China, building long-term connections between decision-makers in both countries. GBCC works for shared prosperity through dialogue and the promotion of rule of law, good governance...
Bringing pets into Great Britain: pet passports, Great Britain pet health certificates, microchipping, rabies vaccinations, travelling with assistance dogs.
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