You need a permit if you want to carry out house-to-house collections.
A house-to-house collection permit can be granted for up to one year. Organisations are vetted and checked to ensure they are genuine and the collection promoter is required to make a return following the collection.
How to apply
Apply for a house-to-house collection licence- Supply a return for a house-to-house collection
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Some larger, well-known charities have a Charity Commission exemption. However smaller charities, local groups and organisations will need a permit before they can collect money, or items they intend to sell later, door-to-door.
We can refuse an application if you intend to claim a disproportionate amount of the proceeds collected. You can appeal against our decision to the Secretary of State.
You can pick up an application form and view the House to House Collections Act 1939, at our offices.
