Information about scrap metal dealers and getting a licence
Scrap metal dealers
If you're a scrap metal dealer you need to apply to us for a licence.
There are two different types of licence.
Scrap Metal Site Licence
You'll need to apply to us for a site licence if you:
- have a scrap metal site in the borough; or
- are a motor salvage operator
This licence covers buying and selling scrap metal, and the transport of scrap metal to and from your site.
This licence is valid for three years.
Mobile Collectors Licence
You'll need to apply for a collectors licence if you:
- use a vehicle to collect scrap metal from within the borough; and
- take it to a scrap yard for payment, without storing it at a site
This licence is valid for three years.
Licence cost
| Type of licence | Cost |
|---|---|
| Site licence | £270 (valid for three years) |
| Collectors licence | £190 (valid for three years) |
Apply or renew a licence
You can apply or renew a scrap metal licence online.
To apply or renew a scrap metal licence you'll need:
- a basic disclosure from the GOV.UK website (when received, send in the basic disclosure to us)
- a debit or credit card for the fee
- one passport sized photograph (collectors licence only)
- a HMRC tax check code number from the GOV.UK website
Register of licensed scrap metal sites
We have a public register of all licensed sites and collectors.
View the public register (sites)
View the public register (collectors)
Useful information
For further information you can view our useful documents including:
- scrap metal frequently asked questions
- scrap metal guidance
These documents can be found in our document downloads below.
If you would like an application pack or any further information, please contact us.