International trade

Export market explorer

Find export opportunities across 152 markets worldwide. Filter by region, trading bloc, or free trade agreement status.

Browse by region

All 152 markets
South Asia 8 markets Africa 26 markets Asia Pacific 18 markets China and Hong Kong 3 markets Eastern Europe and Central Asia 13 markets Europe 41 markets Latin America and Caribbean 27 markets Middle East, Afghanistan and Pakistan 16 markets North America 2 markets

Markets with UK trade agreements

All 95 FTA markets

Free trade agreements give UK exporters preferential access — lower tariffs and simpler rules of origin.

Germany FTA in Force Europe Japan FTA in Force Asia Pacific France FTA in Force Europe Italy FTA in Force Europe Canada FTA in Force North America South Korea FTA in Force Asia Pacific Mexico FTA in Force Latin America and Caribbean Australia FTA in Force Asia Pacific Spain FTA in Force Europe Turkey FTA in Force Eastern Europe and Central Asia Netherlands FTA in Force Europe Switzerland FTA in Force Europe

Key trading blocs

All 21 blocs

Major trade agreements and economic unions where the UK has membership or preferential access.

EEA

European Economic Area

30 members · The EEA unites the EU member states and Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway in an internal market governed by …

UK agreement

EFTA

European Free Trade Association

4 members · EFTA is an intergovernmental organisation promoting free trade among Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.

UK agreement

CPTPP

Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership

11 members · A trade agreement among 12 countries around the Pacific Rim. The UK became a member in 2024.

UK member

COMESA

Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa

12 members · A free trade area stretching from Libya to Eswatini with 21 member states.

UK agreement

EAC

East African Community

4 members · A regional intergovernmental organisation comprising Burundi, DRC, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.

UK agreement

CAN

Andean Community

4 members · A trade bloc comprising Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

UK agreement

CARICOM

Caribbean Community

8 members · A grouping of 15 Caribbean nations promoting economic integration.

UK agreement

EU

European Union

27 members · A political and economic union of 27 member states. The UK has a Trade and Cooperation Agreement with …

UK agreement

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Export guides

Choosing the right export route to market

Agents, distributors, direct sales, e-commerce, licensing, or joint ventures - how to select the best market entry model.

E-commerce and digital exporting

Selling internationally through online marketplaces, understanding distance selling regulations, and VAT obligations.

Export Control (Dual-Use Technology)

Export of goods, software, and technology with both civil and military applications requires licensing. Particularly relevant for encryption, advanced computing, AI, and surveillance technologies.

Export customs declarations and procedures

How to declare exports, what documentation you need, and how to avoid the most common costly customs errors.

Export logistics and shipping documentation

Freight methods, Incoterms, commercial invoices, packing lists, and working with freight forwarders.

Export market research and selection

How to research overseas markets, assess demand, understand competition, and evaluate market entry costs.

Get an EORI number for importing or exporting

How to get an Economic Operators Registration and Identification (EORI) number to move goods between the UK and other countries. Covers GB EORI for Great Britain trade and XI EORI for Northern Ireland trade under the Windsor Framework.

Get paid for renewable electricity you generate

How to register for the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) to receive payment for renewable electricity you export to the grid. Covers solar PV, wind, and other small-scale renewables up to 5MW.