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Scrap metal dealer licence

Anyone buying or selling scrap metal must be licensed by their local authority.

  1. Overview
  2. Licence fees
  1. After you apply
  2. Apply

Licence fees

Fees are based on the application type.

Application type Site licence Collector's licence
New  £490  £295 
Renewal £490  £295 
Variation  £245  £235 
Duplication  £5  £5 


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