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This guidance outlines the requirements for claiming preferential tariffs under the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS).
This guidance explains the different preference tiers under the DCTS, including benefits for each tier, criteria for moving between tiers and transition periods.
International Climate Finance is a UK government commitment to support developing countries to respond to the challenges and opportunities of climate change.
This guidance provides an introductory guide to the standards and regulatory requirements that businesses may need to meet, to import and sell goods in the UK.
This guidance explains what rules of origin (RoOs) are and the changes under the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS).
This guidance explains how African businesses can apply for under £2 million in funding through investment organisations backed by the UK government.
To sell goods to UK consumers, you may need to partner with other organisations, such as importers, distributors or retailers.
Guidance on changes to product specific rules for least developed countries (LDCs) under the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS).
When dealing with UK trading partners you may need to prove that your business and supply chain is free from bribery and corruption.
This guidance provides an overview of the different tariffs for products exported to the UK under the DCTS, including how to identify commodity codes.
This guidance explains the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) and how businesses can use it to export products to the UK.
Guidance on tariff changes from the UK’s Generalised Scheme of Preferences (UK GSP) to the the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS).
This notice sets out the country graduation of Vietnam and Samoa from the UK’s unilateral preferences scheme for developing countries.
This guidance supports businesses from developing countries to understand and apply for UK government sources of development and trade finance.
A business support service that brings together what the UK government offers for trade, finance, and investment between the UK and African countries.
Find the UK’s tariff rates for countries eligible for the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) as referenced in The Trade Preference Scheme (Developing Countries Trading Scheme) Regulations 2023.
This programme aims to support economic development, unlock economic opportunities and lead growth in Colombia’s regions.
The UK is a potential market for many goods and services from Africa.
How African businesses can get tailored support to find trade and investment partners in the UK.
Before exporting to international markets, you should check if your business is ready, and research the demand for your products.
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