International Trade

Notice 143: International Post Users

This notice explains what happens when you import or export goods by post through Royal Mail or Parcelforce Worldwide. It also applies to gifts received through the post. Please note that, unless specified otherwise, all further references to Royal Mail within the text of this notice also applies to Parcelforce Worldwide, who are part of Royal Mail Group Ltd. Read More »

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EC Regional Trade Agreements & FTA Negotiations

This article includes two documents that provide information containing all preferential trade agreements that the EC have notified and an additional publication including an overview of FTA and other trade negotiations. Read More »

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Detailed Guide: Import Controls

The Europe, Trade and International Directorate (ETID) of the Department for Business, Innovation & Skills (BIS) and HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) advise and deal with a range of trade policy, regimes, procedural issues governing imports into the UK.

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BCC: Trade mission to Moscow will showcase what Britain has to offer

Today, the British Chambers of Commerce is leading a trade mission to Moscow to give British companies the chance to explore export opportunities in Russia. The two-day mission, which has been organised in partnership with easyJet and the Russo-British Chambers of Commerce, allows Chamber businesses from across the UK to boost trading links with Russia at a time when its export market continues to surge. With the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympic Games approaching and an increased appetite for quality services and goods, Russia has become even more attractive for British exports.

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Top Tips for Global Trading

1) Planning and Preparation

Preparation and planning is essential starting with an agreed annual budget to deliver a range of international activities and achieve realistic export sales/other targets. The budget and activities typically to include salaries, market research, training, overseas visits/exhibitions, marketing, website development, and international trade support services from the Chamber of Commerce, bank/finance, legal, UKTI, trade orgs, etc. Many companies seek external help or input for export strategies and action plans. Read More »

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