Petrol licence

Apply and pay for a petrol licence.

Before you start

To run a business where petrol is stored to fuel vehicles, you need a petrol licence from the local authority.

Apply online via the GOV.UK website

Fees

DurationQuantity StoredCost
1 yearless than 2,500 litres£42
2 yearsless than 2,500 litres£84
3 yearsless than 2,500 litres£126
1 year2,501-50,000 litres  £58
2 years2,501-50,000 litres£116
3 years2,501-50,000 litres£174
1 yearover 50,000 litres£129
2 yearsover 50,000 litres£240
3 yearsover 50,000 litres£360

 

What happens next?

Your application will be processed.

If you don't hear from us within a reasonable period phone 0141 577 4684.

If your application is refused

If your licence is refused you can appeal to the Sheriff by writing to Paisley Sheriff Court.

The appeal must be made within 28 days of the refusal. 

Last modified on 20 March 2025