Use this form to apply for a new A08 or A09 individual licence.
Before you start completing the form, you should know or have ready:
- information about the problem the wild birds are causing
- details of the species involved and the approximate number of birds nesting at or visiting the site
- information about any other control methods you've already tried
- the site name and location
- details of any impacts on protected sites
- information about any previous licences for this site
- the actions you plan to take to control wild birds
- your contact details
You may be asked to submit supporting evidence with your application, including:
- evidence of the problem caused by the wild birds - read the A08 and A09 guidance (opens in new tab) for examples of evidence you can provide
- a log of bird observations at the site, including records of any non-lethal control methods you've used
- a site map showing where you plan to carry out bird control - instructions later in this form explain how to create your map