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Have your say on the future of local councils in Surrey

Take part in a landmark Government consultation on proposals to replace Surrey's current councils with up to three larger authorities. We support a three unitary approach - Find out more and read our consultation question guide.

Join us for a special online engagement session hosted by the Leaders of Guildford and Waverley Borough Councils on Thursday 3 July from 7pm to 8pm via Microsoft Teams. We'll explain what Local Government Reorganisation is, outline the different options being considered, and show you how to get involved. Sign up for the session (opens new window).

Apply or renew a dangerous animal licence

Apply/renew a dangerous animal licence

Applicants must be over 18 years of age and must not be disqualified from keeping a dangerous wild animal.

Apply for a licence

To apply for a Dangerous Wild Animal licence, you will need to send us the following documents:

Post or email your documents to regulatoryservices@guildford.gov.uk. We cannot accept photographs or documents, only clear scans.

Renew a licence

To keep a dangerous wild animal, you must maintain a current licence by renewing it every two years. 

To renew this licence, please send the following documents:

Post or email your documents to regulatoryservices@guildford.gov.uk. We cannot accept photographs of documents, only clear scans.

You will be sent a reminder several months before the expiry of your licence. If you do not wish to renew, please let us know in writing.