Window cleaner - Licences and permissions

How to apply

You will need:

  • credit or debit card
  • to have read the guidance notes
  • passport photo
  • details of current licence

The application fee for a window cleaner's licence is £397.00 (for a 3 year licence)

The application fee for a temporary window cleaner's licence is £198.50 (A temporary licence is valid for a maximum of 6 weeks)

Apply for a licence online

Before submitting a request for a licence ensure that you have read the Civic Government Licence Privacy Notice.

Download an application form

Forms and guidance

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 to download.

View window cleaner licence forms and guidance

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