Export Licence Applications
Licence applications, done properly first time
Complete, well-evidenced licence applications prepared and managed from start to finish.
Overview
A licence application is only as strong as the information behind it. Vague descriptions, missing end-user details or an incomplete undertaking are among the most common reasons applications stall — and every request for further information adds time before your goods can move.
I prepare applications so that the licensing officer has everything needed to make a decision: an accurate description and rating of the goods, a clear picture of the consignee and end user, and supporting documents that answer questions before they are asked. I then manage the application through to a decision, so you can concentrate on the order.
What's included
How I can help
Choosing the right licence
Confirming whether an open general licence covers the export, or which individual licence to apply for.
Application drafting
Goods descriptions, ratings, technical specifications and end-use information prepared to a high standard.
End-user documentation
Guidance for your customer on completing end-user undertakings and supporting letters correctly.
Submission & tracking
Submitting through the government's online licensing system and keeping you updated on progress.
Responding to queries
Handling requests for further information quickly and fully, to keep the case moving.
Refusals & appeals
Reviewing the reasons for a refusal and advising on a revised application or an appeal.
The process
What to expect
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Scope
We confirm the goods, destination, customer and end use, and agree the licence route.
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Prepare
I draft the application and gather the supporting documents from you and your customer.
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Submit
The application is reviewed with you, then submitted and tracked.
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Follow through
Queries are answered promptly and the licence conditions are explained once it's issued.
Questions
Export Licence Applications FAQs
How long does a licence take?
It depends on the goods, the destination and how complete the application is. Straightforward cases can be decided in a few weeks, while sensitive destinations or technologies can take longer. A complete, well-evidenced application is the single biggest thing within your control.
Can you apply on my behalf?
I prepare everything and can work within your company's licensing account as an agent, so that the licence is issued to your business. We'll agree the most practical set-up at the start.
What happens if my application is refused?
A refusal comes with reasons. I'll review them with you, explain your options — which may include a revised application with further information, or an appeal — and help you decide on the best way forward.
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