Change a species licence
From 1 October, we will no longer accept the old species licence amendment form. Use the new species licence change form instead.
Use this service to change an existing species licence.
You can:
- update the names or addresses of people on the licence
- add or remove people from a licence
- change the lead licensee or nominated ecologist
- add species
- add techniques or equipment
- change the licence period
- request other changes
When not to use this service
You cannot use this service if the only change is to a:
- phone number
- email address
To update a phone number or email address, contact the species permitting team.
If your survey licence has expired, you must apply to renew your licence.
Before you start
You will need:
- the licence number
- the name of the lead licensee
Depending on the changes you want to make, you may need to provide:
- an end of licence report
- an updated method statement if the methods or timetable have changed
Check what information and documents you need to prepare.
Apply online
How long it takes
You can expect:
- changes to people named on the licence, including name and address changes, take up to 15 working days
- all other changes take up to 30 working days
If we need more information, it may take longer.
Charges
- Changes to people named on the licence or personal details: £82
- All other changes: £125 per hour
Some licences are exempt from charges. You will be asked questions during the application to check whether a charge applies.
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