A Knife Dealer Licence is required if you wish to carry on business as a dealer in certain types of knives (generally "non-domestic" knives), swords, blades or sharply pointed articles.
View the guidance note on Knife Dealer Licences (PDF, 35 KB) for more information on which articles require a licence and exemptions.
If you are a current licence holder and wish to vary your licence, please view the guidance note for a material change in circumstances (PDF, 110 KB) and complete the Material Change in Circumstances form (PDF, 134 KB). The application fee is £77.
How do I apply?
If you have difficulty applying online, please contact the Licensing Department by telephoning 01738 475180 between 9am and midday, Monday to Friday.
How much does a licence cost?
The application fee payable depends on the length of licence that you want. A one-year licence is £281 and a three-year licence is £336. Please note that the fee for a Knife Dealer (Fairs only) is £72.
The fees change every year so check with the Licensing Department before you send payment.
What happens if the Council fails to make a decision on my application within 9 months?
The licence will be granted or renewed.
