Guidance

Beavers: applying for a licence to release beavers into the wild

How to apply for a licence from Natural England to release beavers into the wild in England.

• From: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and Natural England
• Published: 28 February 2025

Applies to England

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Beavers: applying for a licence to release beavers into the wild

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You need an A69 licence to release beavers into the wild in England.

You can request a form from Natural England to express your interest in getting a licence to release beavers into the wild.

Expressions of interest will be open between 3 March and 2 May 2025.