Guidance

Domestic licensing applications

Information on applying for a controlled drug domestic licence and what happens after you submit your application.

From:
Home Office
Published
17 November 2014
Last updated
22 November 2023 — See all updates

Documents

Domestic licensing: application guidance (accessible version)

HTML

Domestic licensing: application guidance

PDF, 232 KB, 13 pages

This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology.

Request an accessible format.
If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need a version of this document in a more accessible format, please email alternativeformats@homeoffice.gov.uk. Please tell us what format you need. It will help us if you say what assistive technology you use.

Details

If your company needs to apply for a licence to transport controlled drugs, you should read this guidance before you apply.

The document gives guidance on how to register online and complete the application process.

More information

More information about the application process and fees is also available.

Published 17 November 2014
Last updated 22 November 2023 + show all updates

  1. The domestic licensing application guidance has been updated.

  2. Updated guidance on changing a company name.

  3. Updated visit frequency.

  4. Guidance updated, including a new telephone number for Drugs and Firearms Licensing Unit.

  5. Accessible HTML version of 'Domestic licensing: application guidance' added.

  6. Updated controlled substance domestic application & case processing guidance to January 2021 edition.

  7. First published.

Related content