Sex shop licence

If your business sells sex articles, toys, books or videos in South Lanarkshire, you must have a sex shop licence. 

If you already hold a licence, you can also use this service to apply to change the terms of your existing licence.

How to apply

Once you submit your application, we will process it and keep you informed.

What happens after you apply

After we receive your application:

• there is a 28 day objection period for anyone to lodge comments or objections

If you have not heard from us within 28 days, contact the Licensing and Registration office and we will update you on progress.

Collecting your licence

When your licence is ready, you must bring proof of identification to collect your documents.

If someone else is collecting them for you, they must bring: 

• something in writing from you giving permission 
• their own identification

The signature must match the signature on your application form. We do not accept permission by email.

Licence fee

Sex shop licence £968.84

Apply or get help

You can apply online for a new licence or request changes to an existing one.

If you need help with your application or want an update, contact the Licensing and Registration office.