Zoo licence - Licence and permit applications

Licence type
Zoo licence
Who should apply?
Anyone who keeps wild animals for exhibition to the public
Definitions and more
You need a licence if you keep wild animals for exhibition – where the public have access, whether or not they have to pay, on more than seven dates during a 12 month period.
Cost

download our application fee list for details

please note that any application that involves a Vet inspection will be charged the full cost of that inspection in addition to the licence application fee

What you need to supply

Completed application form
Application fee

 

Additional information

Please ensure you read the guidance notes in the application pack before submitting your application. Please note that all licence application fees are non refundable, you can download our refunds policy for more information.  Any requests for a refund due to exceptional circumstances should be made in writing to the Licensing Manager, 249 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1YJ or by email to: licensing@edinburgh.gov.uk 

Application pack
Standard conditions