Guide to international business


Guide to international business

Improve your knowledge with our guide to international business

If you're seriously thinking about expanding your business internationally, there is a lot to consider before you get started. Whether you want to sell (export) goods, or buy (import), you need to think about the markets you want to target, the rules and regulations that govern overseas trade - and how to balance the risks with the potential rewards. The opportunities are there for the taking and we can help you make the most of them.


New to international business

Assess your international trade timeline and see our advice on the basics to importing and exporting

Protecting your business

Understand the risks to trading internationally and how we can help you mitigate them


Regulatory information

Familiarise yourself with the rules and regulations that govern international trading

FREE Guide to International Trade

Our FREE Guide to International Trade will help ensure you are on the right path to trading outside the UK


Videos and other resources

Videos and other resources

Explore the range of resources and support we have provided to help you expand your business internationally

Glossary of terms

The language used in international trade may seem unfamiliar at first. Our guide will help you understand what the different terms mean


Advice and support

Advice and support

Find new markets and discover the latest trade opportunities with help from key UK based organisations