Achieving credibility locally and internationally
Making sure the marketing is right, website is looking good, cash flow is sound and that there is a bank account to process anticipated sales creates the foundation for growth.
EU VAT obligations for eCommerce sellers explained – and what you need to do
Exports are zero rated for VAT so there is generally no need to charge VAT on your export sales. However, when the goods arrive at the border in your overseas market, import VAT becomes due.
Customs and excise duties, procedures and regulations.
In the UK, excise duty is considered as an indirect tax which is added to goods Mike Court looks at how
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Understanding trade remedies is essential after Brexit
One of the lesser-known consequences of Brexit is that the UK is now responsible for dealing with dumped and unfairly subsidised imports by undertaking trade remedies investigations
What are export licensing controls?
International Trade Compliance Specialist, Mike Court explains some of the important considerations behind export licensing controls.
Importing problems on the horizon for 1st July?
Postponed VAT, Delayed Declarations and Duties could be cause for concern in the second half of 2021 for UK importers
Is it time for your business to be a global micro-influencer?
Public Relations is the key to effective communication and with the rollout of ever fast broadband, and the surge of connectivity across the globe, getting in front of new customers and export markets is becoming quick and easy
What’s so important about Lunch, Language and Understanding?
Even if a country defines that the main language is English, the cultural differences mean that there are differences in inflection, in emphasis and indeed in meaning.
How to get the most out of exhibiting (in-person or online)
Get it right and your return on investment will be considerable. Get it wrong and you won’t achieve much at all. The following provides a basic checklist for your activities.
A review service for your import/export documents
International Trade Matters Ltd provides quick and easy, one-to-one assistance to help make sure you’re on the right track.
Helping Goods Flow Smoothly
A small investment of time and money spent on reviewing and improving your documents can deliver a dramatic return on that investment if it helps products arrive on time. That has a direct impact on cashflow, customer satisfaction, internal administrative time and energy, and ultimately how you are viewed by your customers and your staff.
Embedded global trade expertise for your business
Your Export Manager programme is tailored carefully to your needs and objectives and is delivered from as little as one day a month by our trade experts