Street Collection Licence

A street collection licence is required for any person wishing to collect money on any public street or public space.

Licence Name

Street Collection Licence

AUTHORITY
Local council or Metropolitan Police
TIME TO GET LICENSED
28 days (varies depending on local authority)
COST
£0
VALID FOR
The licence lasts for the duration of the collection as applied for.
ELIGIBILITY
18+ years
QUALIFICATION(S) NEEDED
N/A

STEPS TO GET LICENSED
Application for Street Collection Licence
  • Submit requested documentation
  • A letter from your chosen charity authorising you to collect on their behalf
  • A synopsis of the charity’s background and objectives
  • Contact details of your chief promoter, who must be an employee of the charity
  • A letter of sponsorship from the Mayor of your chosen borough or boroughs (this may not be required in some cases)
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