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You can claim a relief to pay no Customs Duty and VAT if you're importing inherited goods into the UK.
Use the IHT417 with form IHT400 if the deceased had a permanent home in the UK when they died but had assets outside the UK.
Using money raised through the National Lottery, the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) gives grants to sustain and transform the UK’s heritage. Museums, parks, historic places, archaeology, natural environment and cultural traditions all receive investment.
What you need to do to buy, sell or hire out items made of or containing ivory in the UK.
Use this form with form IHT400 if the deceased had a right to benefit from a trust.
Communities invited to submit beloved traditions - from Highland dancing to Pancake Day - for recognition as UK living heritage.
What personal possessions (chattels) you need to pay Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on, how to work out your gain
Use form IHT500 if you pay Income Tax on a property or asset you previously owned but still benefit from and you instead want the property to be treated as part of your estate for Inheritance Tax purposes.
Use the IHT419 if you have included a deduction on form IHT400 for any loans, overdrafts, or money spent on behalf of the deceased that is to be repaid out of the estate.
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