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Apply for a dangerous wild animals licence
The Dangerous Wild Animals Act of 1976 aims to ensure that where private individuals keep dangerous wild animals, they do so in circumstances that create no risk to the public and safeguard the welfare of the animals.
You will require a licence for any that appears on the list of animals covered by the Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976. Please check that the animal that you are considering is listed before applying.
Licences will only be granted when we are satisfied that:
- it would not be contrary to public interest on the grounds of safety or nuisance
- that the applicant is a suitable person
- the animal's accommodation is adequate and secure
Where a licence is granted, this will be for 2 years.
Our Dangerous Wild Animal licence conditions are available on this page also.
Costs
The dangerous wild animals licence fees are:
- £548 for a new licence
- £548 to renew a licence