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Dangerous wild animals

Information about keeping dangerous wild animals and the licences needed

Introduction

Anyone keeping a dangerous wild animal must have a licence from us.

You can find out which animals need a licence by checking the Dangerous Wild Animals Act.

More information is available from the dangerous, exotic or wild animal conditions and guidance.

To apply for this licence please complete the dangerous wild animals application form.

Apply for a licence

Apply online for a dangerous wild animals licence by filling in the online form below

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We are making important improvements to our payment system, so phone and online payments are unavailable until Wednesday 4 December. Find out more about the improvements and other ways to pay during this time.

Fees and Charges

Current fees and charges can be found on our Fees and charges page.

Register of licensed animal businesses

Last updated: November 15, 2024

Next review due: May 15, 2025

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