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How to pay your verification fee for the Spirit Drinks Verification Scheme, and how long it takes for your payment to reach HMRC.
Apply for verification before you start production of any spirit drinks protected under a UK geographical indication scheme.
This review assessed the operation and effectiveness of the Spirit Drinks (Costs of Verification) Regulations 2013 (Charging Regulations) considering the aims and objectives of the legislation and whether they remain appropriate.
How to label spirit drinks that you plan to sell in the UK.
Find out who the certificates are issued to, how to apply and any restrictions on the use of them.
How to apply to protect a spirit drink name under the UK GI schemes.
Find out about the Spirit Drinks Verification Scheme if you produce a UK spirit drink with a protected Geographical Indication.
Find out about applying for the Spirit Drinks Verification Scheme, how to submit brand information, fees and making sure your production process is compliant.
Find out about the verification checks and what to expect during a visit if you've applied for verification and paid your fee for the Scheme.
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