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From 1 April 2026 the cost for applying for an SIA licence for any sector will be £204, as the temporary £20 rebate scheme comes to an end.
This privacy notice explains how the SIA processes your personal data. In particular, it explains how we collect, use, disclose, transfer and store your data.
On 1 December 2025 we will update the rules we use when making our licensing decisions. This page explains what we are changing and why.
Learn about the services we offer to businesses that enable you to check SIA licences, submit licence applications, and pay the licence application fee.
How to make a complaint about the SIA
What happens once we have granted you an SIA licence.
Use this form to provide a character reference for an SIA licence applicant or holder who falls into our 'consider additional factors' category.
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