Animal licences - dangerous wild animals

Dangerous snake

If you would like to keep dangerous wild animals or you would like to renew an existing licence you will need to complete the application forms and submit with the relevant fee (see below).

The animals covered by the Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976 are listed in the schedule to the Act (see below) and include types of rodents, spiders, reptiles and primates.

This licensing procedure does not apply to animals kept in a:

• Zoo within the meaning of the Zoo Licensing Act 1981
• Circus
• Pet shop
• Place which is a designated establishment under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986

The licence will be granted subject to a veterinary inspection (this will not be your own vet) which is included in the licence fee. The Licensing Officer may accompany the vet during the inspection.

Fees and charges

• New Licence: £320.00
• Renewal (every two years): £320.00
• Variation of licence: £320.00

Application form

•  Application for licence to keep dangerous wild animals [330kb]

Guidance

•  Office of Public Sector Information schedule of dangerous wild animals [59kb]