The Practical and Legal Considerations for those Involved in International Trading


Any business that trades overseas has to take account of international rules and regulations. They also have to deal with many practical and financial issues that are unique to those specific countries.

The following two types of trade are categorised as international trading:

  • The situation where the supplier and customer are located in different countries
  • Where goods or services are exchanged or traded across one or more international borders

To find out more about trading internationally read our Basic Considerations – International Trading guide.

You can also get more tailored advice by speaking to a Hylton Potts legal advisor on 0207 381 8111. We can also be contacted via email.