Renew a deer authorisation

Renewals are available for:

  • out of season and night shooting only
  • current authorisations due to expire in less than three months
  • previous authorisations that expired less than three years ago

For authorisations which expired over three years ago, or to control female deer, you must apply for a new authorisation.

Before you begin

To renew your authorisation, you'll need:

  • the associated email address
  • details of any new fit and competent controllers
  • details of any new properties
  • details of any new control areas

For further information, read our authorisations guidance.

Renew offline

It is quicker and easier to renew online.

However, if you prefer to renew by email or post, you can download a PDF version of this form.

To complete an offline form:

  • download the PDF and either save it or print it (don't use your internet browser)
  • fill out the form and sign it
  • send the form by email or post (see document for address)

Contact us

Contact our licensing team if you need help completing this form.

Email

licensing@nature.scot

Telephone

01463 725 364

Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm (except public holidays)

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