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Open To Export - Export Bootcamp

Export Bootcamp to learn the essentials of international trade in bite-size webinars.

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Open To Export

Open to Export is a not for profit social enterprise dedicated to helping UK companies grow through export.

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Export Accelerator

Explore and enter new overseas markets with the help of the Export Accelerator project including specialist support and grants.

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Open To Export - Export Action Plan

Free and easy to use online planning tool for small businesses planning to sell overseas.

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Open To Export - Getting Started

Information and guidance on starting to export for the first time.

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DBT - Export Support Team

Service for pre-start-up and trading UK businesses with questions about exporting to Europe, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia plus trading with Ukraine, Russia and Belarus.

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Liverpool City Region Export Support

This programme is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and offers export support to established or new to export business.

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UK Export Finance

Information and guidance from the UK's export credit agency to help businesses to access finance and insurance in relation to exporting.

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Trade Export Pathway - InterTradeIreland

If you are at the early stage of developing a cross-border business plan, this programme could help you prepare to export for the first time.

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Export Control Joint Unit - Training Courses

Courses, seminars and workshops to increase understanding of the UK’s strategic export controls.

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General Export Facility

General Export Facility (GEF) provides partial guarantees to banks to help UK exporters to gain access to trade finance facilities.

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The Export Support Directory

Connecting UK businesses with in-market specialists, the Export Support Directory provides direct access to trusted experts worldwide.

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Applying For An Export Or Trade Licence Guidance

How to use the online export licensing system to get a licence to export controlled goods, software and technology overseas.

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Business Lincolnshire Export Peer Networks

Peer Networks enables you to make connections and overcome any international trade challenges and explore new opportunities.

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Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - UK Defence and Security Exports

UK Defence and Security Exports helps UK businesses in the Defence and Security sector to export their products and services internationally.

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Export Control Joint Unit (incl. SPIRE)

Part of the Department for Business and Trade, the ECJU are responsible for the control of the exporting of 'strategic' goods which require a licence.

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Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Preparing to Export

A range of resources for companies starting to sell overseas.

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Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Export Opportunities

An online portal that helps UK businesses find overseas contracts, tenders and projects.

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Business.gov.uk (DBT Portal for Exporters)

Is your business looking for further opportunities to export internationally?

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Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Overseas Market Introduction Service (OMIS)

Find overseas customers and export opportunities.

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Trade Advisory Service - Invest NI

Providing NI companies with access to in-market consultants who undertake a range of bespoke projects to help companies investigate and develop export markets.

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Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry

NI Chamber supports businesses through a series of growth initiatives and export support; events and training.

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Importing and exporting goods with Northern Ireland

Guidance on what the arrangements are when trading goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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Medical devices

You will need to order a certificate of free sale to export medical devices outside the UK.

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Food and drink

Certificates of Free Sale are issued by the Rural Payments Agency (RPA) to accompany certain food and drink products upon export

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Enterprise Ireland

Responsible for the development and growth of Irish enterprises in world markets.

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Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Report a Trade Barrier

A way to report and look for resolutions to new trade barriers or an issue with an existing trade barrier.

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Mid Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce

The Mid Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce supports businesses looking to drive business growth through specialised support.

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Growth Finance Fund

Commercial loans of between £500k and £2m to fund growth for businesses based in Northern Ireland

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KlearNow

KlearNow supports SME's looking for support with import and export procedures.

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Global London Programme

This programme is designed to support London's small businesses in reaching new markets and breaking into the international arena.

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Step By Step Guides To Exporting

Step by step guides to using if you are thinking about exporting. These include Reaching customers and Pricing and getting paid.

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International Trade Guides

Doing Business Guides' are designed to advise and assist UK companies when looking to trade with and invest in opportunity-rich overseas markets.

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Overseas Travel Support

Support for UK businesses travelling to European trade events.

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The Growth Hub Gloucestershire (DS)

Information on the local Growth Hub service covering Gloucestershire.

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Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - International Market Guides

Guides to exporting in specific countries.

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LLEP Business Gateway (Growth Hub) - How to access finance

Portal offering information on grants, loans and alternative finance in the LLEP Growth Hub area.

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International Business Opportunities

Free service linking companies with overseas tender opportunities.

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Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Aid Funded Business

Guidance for UK companies on winning business from international aid and development projects.

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Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Find a Buyer Profile

A online platform allowing you to showcase your business to international buyers.

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Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Events Portal

Events calendar of events updated regularly with both UK and overseas events as well as overseas missions.

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Acumen - InterTradeIreland

The Acumen programme aims to enhance the capacity and capability of SMEs to take the first formal steps onto the export ladder by helping to fund an experienced and skilled sales resource.

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Sales Accelerator Programme

Sales Accelerator Programme is to provide assistance to small business owner-managers to explore, target and convert new sales opportunities.

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Hampshire Chamber of Commerce

Membership organisation providing support to businesses in the county.

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LCR Finance Hub

A single access help point for SMEs trying to access external funding.

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Productive Valley Fund

A loan scheme for businesses in or relocating to Enfield, Haringey and Waltham Forest.

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Somerset Chamber of Commerce

Membership based organisation offering support to businesses in Somerset to help them grow and connect.

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Importing and Exporting Food

Specialist guides about importing and/or exporting food.

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International Banking – Making or Receiving Payments

Advice and guidance on sending or receiving money from overseas.

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Going Dutch - Invest Northern Ireland

Going Dutch is an early stage exporter programme to explore new business opportunities in The Netherlands.

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Certificate of Free Sale

Certificates of Free Sale (CFS) are issued by various Government departments to exporters.

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Import Licensing Branch (ILB)

The DBT Import Licensing Branch's Import Case Management System for the issue of import licences and Certificates of Free Sale (CFS) for exporters.

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General Product Safety Regulations (GPSR)

The EU's new GPSR replaces the 2001 GPSD, effective 13 Dec 2024, with key changes impacting UK-EU trade. It applies to non-food goods but excludes Great Britain (England, Scotland, Wales).

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InterTradeIreland

Information, guidance and funding for businesses in Ireland and Northern Ireland.

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Doncaster Chamber of Commerce

Are you looking to grow your business? Doncaster Chamber of Commerce is a great source of business support.

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Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce

Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based service that offers businesses various forms of support in the area.

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British Chambers of Commerce

The British Chambers of Commerce help firms of all sizes to achieve more.

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Enterprising Barnsley

Is your business in need of support? Enterprising Barnsley supports local businesses and individuals that are looking to start up, expand, invest and relocate.

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Apostille Certificates

Overseas banks and authorities will require Apostille certificates for those wishing to open a business bank account in their country of residence.

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Scottish Chambers of Commerce

Scottish Chambers of Commerce is at the heart of Scotland’s largest and most influential business-to-business network, with 30 local Chambers to access.

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Bath Chamber of Commerce

Bath Chamber of Commerce can support with starting or growing a business.

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Wiltshire Chamber of Commerce

A local access point for business services, support and funding.

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Newry, Mourne and Down District Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

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Mid Ulster District Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

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Small Business Research + Enterprise Centre

Specialist information, resources and workshops to help businesses across London.

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Empowering SMEs in International Trade Support Programme

Are you a novice or experienced importer or exporter looking for strategic and operational support to help grow your global trade?

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UK International Consumer Centre (UKICC)

Free advice and assistance with international disputes between consumers and traders.

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Setting up a UK Ltd company from overseas

Information and guidance on setting up a company in the UK from overseas.

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ICAEW Country Guides

Online directory of country guides, to help businesses looking to work or trade overseas.

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RTC North Ltd

Support to help businesses to commercialise, manufacture and scale up.

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Black Country Chamber of Commerce

Black Country Chamber of Commerce can assist businesses to start and grow.

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Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group

Membership organisation offering a range of services to people starting and growing a business in Thames Valley.

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Global Incubator Programme

Are you looking to explore the potential of overseas markets in order to grow your business?

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InterTradeIreland’s Horizon Europe Travel Vouchers

InterTradeIreland’s Horizon Europe travel schemes support those working in partnership on a cross-border basis in Horizon Europe to travel both on the island and across the EU.

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Dundee and Angus Chamber of Commerce

A business membership organisation supporting Dundee and Angus.

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East Midlands Chamber (Derbyshire Nottinghamshire Leicestershire)

Advice, information and a range of business services in the East Midlands.

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Liverpool Chamber of Commerce

Liverpool Chamber of Commerce is a membership service that offers support in networking and contacts, international trade and events.

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London Chamber of Commerce and Industry

London Chamber of Commerce and Industry offers assistance to promote or grow your business.

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Sheffield Chamber of Commerce

A membership-based support network for businesses in the Sheffield area.

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Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce

Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce helps businesses to start and grow.

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Glasgow Chamber of Commerce

Are you looking to start or grow a business in Glasgow?

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Dorset Chamber of Commerce

Are you looking to start or grow a business? Dorset Chamber is a great source of support.

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Aberdeen and Grampian Chamber of Commerce

Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce offers a varied support programme to businesses that are looking to grow.

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Scottish Loan Scheme - Scottish Enterprise

Provides businesses based in Scotland finance to help businesses grow.

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Aberdeen City Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

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Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office

Provides services to British businesses overseas through a global network of embassies.

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North East Chamber of Commerce

A membership organisation offering support on a range of topics including business support, training and events.

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Business Events Growth Programme

Support for organisers of business events in Britain.

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British Standards Institution - (BSI)

BSI enables people and organisations to improve their performance and comply with regulations.

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Patent Accelerated Processing

Patents fast grant guide provides further information on how to get your patent application granted more quickly.

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Managing IP Overseas

How to manage your intellectual property in other countries.

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West of England Growth Hub (DS)

Information on the local Growth Hub service covering Bristol, Gloucestershire and Somerset in the South West.

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Locate in Kent

Locate in Kent offers free help to businesses looking to expand in, or relocate to the area from the UK or overseas.

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Scottish Enterprise

A range of support, information, resources, events and more for businesses in Scotland.

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Highlands and Islands Enterprise

Support available for businesses, social enterprises and communities, including events.

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Amplify Digital, Growth and Procurement Business Support Programmes

Amplify offer a range of support programmes for businesses and social enterprises in Mid & East Antrim.

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