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

    It’s not just ‘streets’ that are covered – you’ll need a licence if you collect money in public areas, eg a shop doorway or car park.

    Exceptions

    You don’t need a street collection licence if you’re 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) you’ll 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