Exporting from the United Kingdom

An import tariff or import duty is a schedule of duties imposed by a country on imported goods.It is paid at a border or port of entry to the relevant government to allow goods to pass into that gover...

Date: 2010-07-28

Finding out about practical business matters in another EEA country

You will need to find answers to some practical questions about:Potential partners or agents, including local suppliers - will you need to work with local partners? For example, will you need a local ...

Date: 2010-07-28

About European markets

If you are thinking about selling your products or services in another European country, you will need to find out as much as possible about which country or countries offer the best market for your b...

Date: 2010-07-28

The principle of mutual recognition about EU

Mutual recognition is the principle of European Union (EU) law under which member states must allow goods that are legally sold in another member state also to be sold in their own territory.For the e...

Date: 2010-07-28

UK Economy

The United Kingdom is the most favoured inward investment location in Europe, attracting around 40 per cent of Japanese, US and Asian investment into the EU. The reasons for its popularity are many as...

Date: 2010-07-26

UK IMPORTING PROCEDURES

CustomsWhen an importing ship or aircraft arrives at the UK location where goods are to be unloaded, the goods must be 'presented' to Customs (Her Majesty's Customs & Excise or HMCE) by the person ...

Date: 2010-07-21

Advantages and Disadvantages of International Trade

Advantages to consider:Enhance your domestic competitivenessIncrease sales and profitsGain your global market shareReduce dependence on existing marketsExploit international trade technologyExtend sal...

Date: 2010-07-04

Importance of a Business Plan for International Trade

Once your decision is made to export or import, it is important that your overall business plan includes provisions for international trade. A downloadable template for this purpose is furnished at th...

Date: 2010-07-04