Scotland - Apply for Visitor Attraction License

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for Visitor Attraction License, the applicant must approach their respective Local Council in Scotland link

Note: The applicant must select their Local council from the drop-down menu.

1. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
2. The applicant must fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
3. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
4. The applicant must attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
5. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
6. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
7. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
8. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
9. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
10. The local authority will assess your application and decide whether to grant you a license.
11. This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• A completed application form
• A copy of your identity document (e.g., passport or driving licence)
• A copy of your business plan
• A risk assessment
• A copy of your public liability insurance
• A certificate of compliance from your local environmental health department
• A copy of your fire certificate
• A copy of your food safety certificate (if applicable)
• A copy of your alcohol license (if applicable)

Office Locations & Contacts

SCOTLAND LOCAL COUNCIL


Scottish Government Licensing Team
Post:
Scottish Government Licensing Team
Area GW14
St Andrew's House
Regent Road
Edinburgh
EH1 3DG
Local Council – link
Note: The applicant must select their Local council from the drop-down menu.

Eligibility

Any person who intends to apply for Visitor Attraction license is eligible to make this application.

Fees

Here are some of the fees for a Visitor Attraction License in Scotland:

• Small visitor attraction: £250
• Medium visitor attraction: £500
• Large visitor attraction: £1,000

The fees may vary depending on the local council.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15 -30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name of the local council
• Name of the applicant
• Address
• Email
• Telephone
• Date of birth
• Details of visitors

Need for the Document

• A visitor attraction license is a permit issued by the local council that allows you to operate a visitor attraction. The license is required to ensure that visitor attractions are safe and do not cause a nuisance to local residents.

Information which might help

If your application is approved, you will be issued a Visitor Attraction License. The license will specify the conditions that you must adhere to in order to operate the visitor attraction. These conditions may include:

• The type of visitor attraction you can operate
• The hours of operation
• The number of visitors you can expect
• The provision of safety equipment
• The provision of first aid

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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External Links

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Others

Here are some of the benefits of obtaining a visitor attraction license:

• It allows you to operate a visitor attraction.
• It ensures that your visitor attraction is safe and does not cause a nuisance to residents.
• It gives you peace of mind knowing that you are complying with the law.