Department for International Trade

05/09/2025 | Press release | Archived content

Open general export licence (military goods, software and technology: government or NATO end-use)

This open general export licence () allows, subject to certain conditions, the export of military goods, software or technology, to a government or a organisation in any of the destinations or countries listed in the licence.

You will need to download the military goods, software and technology undertaking template to use this .

If you do not meet the conditions of this licence, you may be able to use the (military goods, software and technology). This allows, subject to certain conditions, the export of a wide range of military equipment to any person or entity in the listed destinations.

Reporting requirements

This is subject to reporting requirements under the open licence returns transparency initiative.

Classified goods

If the goods are classified, you are likely to require Form 680 clearance if you are planning to use this .

Revoked licences

The most recent revoked licence is available in the documents section.

You can find older revoked versions of the (military goods, software and technology: government or end use) on the National Archives website.

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