Scotland - Apply for Beauty Salon License

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Procedure

1. There is no specific Beauty Salon Licenserequired in Scotland. However, you may need to obtain a premises licence, depending on the specific activities that you will be carrying out in your barbershop.

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for Beauty Salon License, the applicant must approach their respective Local Council in Scotland link

Note: The applicant must select their Local council from the drop-down menu.

1. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
2. The applicant must fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
3. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
4. The applicant must attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
5. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
6. The applicant must pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
7. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
8. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
9. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
10. The local authority will assess your application and decide whether to grant you a food license.
11. Once the applicants meet all the required standards the authority will issue the license.
12. This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• A completed application forms
• Proof of identity such as passport, driving license, or other government-issued ID.
• Proof of address such as utility bill, council tax bill, or other document that shows your current address.
• Plan of premises
• Training certificates
• Other documents: Your local authority may also require you to provide other documents, such as a copy of your business plan or a letter of support from a trade association.

Office Locations & Contacts

SCOTLAND LOCAL COUNCIL
Scottish Government Licensing Team
Area GW14
St Andrew's House
Regent Road
Edinburgh
EH1 3DG
Local Council – link
Note: The applicant must select their Local council from the drop-down menu.

Eligibility

The eligibility requirements for applying for a Beauty Salon License in Scotland are as follows:

• The applicant must be 18 years of age or older.
• The applicant must be the owner or tenant of the premises.
• The applicant must comply with all relevant planning and building regulations.
• The applicant must not have any relevant criminal convictions.

Fees

• The applicant must pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15 -30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name of the local council
• Name of the applicant
• Address
• Email
• Telephone
• Date of birth
• Gender
• Details of business

Need for the Document

• A Beauty Salon License in Scotland is a permit issued by the local council that allows a business to operate in a specific location. There are different types of business licenses in Scotland, each with its own set of requirements

Information which might help

• For more information – link

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External Links

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Others

Even if your council does not need you to register, you’ll still have to comply with local byelaws relating to:

• Making sure your premises are clean, well-lit, and properly ventilated
• Taking precautions against infection or contamination
• Making sure your staff work hygienically and use equipment efficiently
• Getting public liability insurance cover