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Application costs

It costs £185 to apply for a licence, the fee must be paid by credit or debit card online. We are unable to accept payments made by American Express or Visa Electron.

This fee is non-refundable, this includes if your application is unsuccessful or you choose to withdraw from the application process.

Who can make the payment

You must pay the fee yourself, using your own credit or debit card.

The card you use must be:

  • in your name
  • registered at your home address.

When to pay

You'll need to pay the fee before you submit your application.

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