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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
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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