Apply for a fireworks and explosives licence

Fees

Your licence fee depends upon:

  • the quantity of explosives you wish to store
  • the length of time the licence is for
  • whether it’s a new application or a renewal

Licence to store explosives with no minimum separation distance:

  • £119 for one year (£59 renewal)
  • £154 for two years (£94 renewal)
  • £190 for three years (£132 renewal)
  • £226 for four years (£166 renewal)
  • £260 for five years (£202 renewal)

Licence to store explosives with a minimum separation distance:

  • £202 for one year (£94 renewal)
  • £266 for two years (£161 renewal)
  • £333 for three years (£226 renewal)
  • £409 for four years (£291 renewal)
  • £463 for five years (£357 renewal)

Changes to the name, transfer or replacement of a licence cost £40.

We will also charge for any additional work we are required to carry out.