Street collection licence (England & Wales)
Licence to collect money for charity
Business: Licences
If you want to collect money or sell items on the street for charity, you might need a street collection licence, depending on your local council
If you want to collect money or sell items on the street for charity, you might need a street collection licence, depending on your local council.
Restrictions
Its not just streets that are covered – youll need a licence if you collect money in public areas, eg a shop doorway or car park.
Exceptions
You dont need a street collection licence if youre selling or collecting as part of a business.
How to apply
Contact your Local Council to find out if you need a licence.
In Greater London (except the City of London) youll need to contact the Metropolitan Police for a licence.
Fines and penalties
You could be fined £200 if you collect money for charity without a licence.
You may need a licence to collect money or sell items on the street for charity.England, Wales