International trade

Wondering where to start with your go-to-market strategy? Landed your first export contract? Want to stay up to date with the latest trade news and regulations? You’ll find resources from trading experts here.

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Import controls and more: considerations when importing from the EU
Article Fri, 15 March 2024

Import controls and more: considerations when importing from the EU

Find out what changes are still in the pipeline for trade between the UK and EU

International trade: How small firms are responding to Brexit challenges
Article Fri, 27 January 2023

International trade: How small firms are responding to Brexit challenges

Brexit has thrown conventional exporting and international trade norms up in the air. But amid the challenges and frustrations are opportunities, and the potential to target entirely new markets.

How to access specialist immigration support
Article Tue, 29 November 2022

How to access specialist immigration support

FSB members can access free resources and discounted legal support through their FSB membership.

How to protect data when trading internationally
Article Fri, 28 October 2022

How to protect data when trading internationally

Learn about how you can protect data and your business when trading internationally and the legislation you need to follow.

What are rules of origin and how do they affect me?
Article Wed, 03 November 2021

What are rules of origin and how do they affect me?

Learn what rules of origin are and how to prove your product meets them to access tariff-free treatments for goods imported to or exported from the EU.

How to get started with importing and exporting goods
Article Wed, 03 November 2021

How to get started with importing and exporting goods

Sending your products across the world or importing materials from suppliers overseas? From customs declarations to classifying goods, find out what you need to know about the process.

Seven questions for your first export order
Article Mon, 18 October 2021

Seven questions for your first export order

Received your first export order? Lesley Batchelor OBE, COO of Open Borders Direct, explains what you need to consider and how you can access additional support.

Six tips for successfully expanding your business into global markets
Article Fri, 15 October 2021

Six tips for successfully expanding your business into global markets

Getting ready to go global and expand your business internationally? Bridgehead International Agency share the key things your small business should remember when preparing to break into overseas markets.

How to claim back VAT from an overseas supplier
Article Tue, 05 October 2021

How to claim back VAT from an overseas supplier

Businesses can often claim back VAT that has been charged from the tax authority for the supplier. Before you make a claim however, there are several things to consider to maximise your chances of getting it back with minimal effort.

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