- Description
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A licence is required for anyone dealing knives (this includes any object with a sharp point such as a sword).
You do not need a licence for:
- folding pocket knives whose blades do not exceed 3.5 inches in length or knives designed for domestic use
- kirpans or skean dhus whose blades do not exceed 3.5 inches in length
- knife blades designed for domestic use
- How to apply
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You will need:
- a credit or debit card
- to have read our guidance notes
- details of current licence (if applying for a renewal)
The application fee for a knife dealer's licence is £520.00 (for a 3 year licence)
The application fee for a temporary knife dealer's licence is £260.00 (A temporary licence is valid for a maximum of 6 weeks)
Apply online
Download an application form
Before submitting a request for a license, ensure you have read our Privacy Notice.
- Forms and guidance
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Objections or representations
If you wish to submit an objection or representation in relation to an application submitted under the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982 further information and guidance on how to do this is available online.
- Contact us
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- Phone: 01349 886609
