Customs Declaration Service: UK Import Guide
If you import goods into the UK or are planning to do so, it is important to understand how to correctly submit any import declarations using the right system. From 30 March 2024, the Customs Declaration Service will be the sole customs platform for businesses to declare goods coming into the UK. The following guide for […]
Customs Invoice for Shipping to the UK
The customs invoice is one of the most important documents when bringing goods into the UK. It is therefore important to understand what this document is and what role it plays in the overall importation process. Further guidance on importing goods into the UK can be found in our related articles including how to register a […]
Business Visitor Visa UK Guide
The so-called “business visitor visa” is not a standalone UK immigration category. It is a common term used to describe using the Standard Visitor Visa route to carry out specific, permitted business activities in the UK for a temporary period. These activities are defined under Appendix Visitor of the Immigration Rules and are tightly controlled […]
What is a freight forwarder?
As an overseas business looking to move goods in and out of the UK, important factors like packing, storage, insurance, tracking and documentation to clear customs can make trading with the UK challenging. Engaging the services of a freight forwarder can help to ensure your goods safely reach their intended destination in a timely and […]
Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight : CHIEF System
The UK’s Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system is currently being retired. It will be fully replaced by the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) by 30 March 2024. This article predates the closure of the CHIEF system. Please read our guide to the CDS to learn about making UK import declarations. The following guide to the system […]
Investing in Art in the UK
When it comes to purchasing art for investment purposes, provided you know enough about the value and marketability of works of art to make profitable choices, typically in the long-term, this can represent a very lucrative way of making money. The following guide on ‘how to invest in art UK’ looks at both the “why” […]
Foreign Direct Investment in the UK
The UK continues to rank highly across Europe and the rest of the world for attracting foreign direct investment. In this overview of FDI in the UK, we look at the different types of investment projects, from who is investing to which sectors and regions of the UK they are choosing to put their money. […]
Seasonal Worker Visa: Temporary Work in the UK
The Seasonal Worker visa is for those looking to undertake seasonal work in the UK within the horticulture or poultry production sectors with an approved scheme operator. The following guide for workers and sponsors alike looks at the requirements and process to apply for a ‘Seasonal Worker visa UK’, with the rules around sponsoring seasonal […]
Skilled Worker Dependent Visa for Family Members
As one of the UK’s most popular immigration routes, the Skilled Worker route provides skilled migrants with the opportunity to live and work in the UK on a long term basis. It also provides a path to settlement. This means that, provided a visa-holder meets the relevant route-specific requirements, they can apply to permanently settle […]
UK R&D Tax Credits for Overseas Companies
In the UK, the R&D tax credit schemes play a key role in incentivising investment in research and development by reducing the costs of innovation. This means that for any UK-based business looking to invest in scientific or technological advances, it could be eligible to claim a significant proportion of the costs or expenditure back […]