Latest Importing and exporting Questions & Answers
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How do I decide when to export?
My jewellery business is suffering a bit, but I’ve heard there’s great demand for British-made jewellery abroad, particularly in developing countries like India. I’d love to tap into these markets, but how do I decide when to take the plunge?
How to export to the E.U.
I would like some advice on how to export goods within the E.U? Where shall I look?
Import of food and drinks
I am looking to import food from Scandinavia and sell in a shop and online in the UK. How can I find out the rules that apply?
Price and payment acronyms
What do the following price terms mean: FOB, CIF, CFR? What do the following payment terms mean: T/T, L/C?
Importing goods to the UK
I have found a manufacturer of baby gifts in China that is willing to supply me. How do I import to the UK? Where can I find more information about importing goods?
Import duty and zero VAT rated goods
If I want to import zero VAT rated goods, will I still have to pay import taxes on them? Where can I find more information about this?
Selling abroad
If I want to sell abroad, do I need to register my business in those countries?
Import licences
Do I need an import licence if I am shipping in goods from abroad?
Do I need an import licence?
I would like to import ready made garments, e.g. a leather jacket and shoes from Bangladesh. Do I need an import licence?
Advice on importing food goods into the UK
Is it legal for my sister to buy food goods in the USA and ship them to me to sell in the UK? If so, how much can we ship at one time?
Do I need an import licence?
I would like to know if I need an import licence for cleaning materials from Israel.
Importing from Canada
Do you have a step-by-step guide to importing products from Canada (including VAT and Duty Rules and Rates)?
How to source and import products into the UK
I have set up a small craft business quilt-lining baskets. I have great difficulty in souring wicker basket ware, which is too expensive if made in this country. How could I find out about importing these items?
Importing from India
My father has been running a furniture and timber business in India for last 20 years. I want to import his goods from India to UK, how do I go about this?
Basic info on tax and importing
Could you please suggest a good introductory book on the tax basics of importing goods into the UK? Any suggestions of where I could get in this would be much appreciated.
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