how do i go about setting up an Import/Export business – where can i find out more info on what i can i/e and?

from where?

Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you’ll inevitably have as well as many you haven’t anticipated yet.

http://fita.org/ — The Federation of International Trade Associations
http://www.paei.org/ — Professional Association of Exporters and Importers

Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:

* Building an Import/Export Business, 3rd Edition by Kenneth D. Weiss
* Import/Export: How to Get Started in International Trade by Carl A. Nelson
* Start Your Own Import/Export Business (Entrepreneur Magazine’s Start Ups) by Entrepreneur Press
* Importing Into the United States: A Guide for Commercial Importers by United States Custom Service

There are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check out these articles:

http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Find-Success-in-the-Import-Export-Business&id=38235 – How to Find Success in the Import Export Business by Randy Wilson
http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Dozen-Tips-for-Starting-an-Import/Export-Business&id=13155 – A Dozen Tips for Starting an Import/Export Business by June Campbell
http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Start-a-Successful-Import-Business-Using-the-Internet&id=56029 – How to Start a Successful Import Business Using the Internet by Nowshade Kabir

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!