- Description
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A licence is required for the use of a vessel in the following circumstances:
- Trade or business
- Letting (12 or fewer passengers)
- Recreational purposes
- Educational purposes
- Sporting purposes
- How to apply
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To apply for a licence you will need:
- a credit or debit card
- to have read the guidance notes
- details of current licence
- public liability insurance for uploading
- certificate of fitness of vehicle for uploading
The application fee for a boat hire licence is £497.00 (for a 3 year licence)
The application fee for a temporary boat hire licence is £248.50 (A temporary licence is valid for a maximum of 6 weeks)
- Forms and guidance
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Ensure that you read the Privacy Notice before submitting a request for a licence.
View the Civic Government Licence Privacy Notice
Guidance on making an objection or representation in relation to an application submitted
If you wish to submit an objection or representation in relation to an application submitted under the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982, read the guidance related to this.
Checklist for small boats
If you are applying for a licence for a small boats you will require to complete and submit the checklist with your application. Small boats include rowing boats, dinghies, skiffs, canoes or sailboards.
