Short-Let Licence Applications

Due to a recent change in Scottish laws, all holiday and short-let accommodation in Scotland will now require a licence to operate and welcome guests. This includes holiday cottages, B&Bs, guest houses, rooms within a home, and unconventional accommodations such as pods and yurts.

Cozy reading nook with armchair, side table, lamp, and candle.

All properties must have their licence in place by 1st October 2023 to keep trading.

Fear not, the Heritage team is here to help! We can fill out and submit the application on your behalf, and we will keep you right throughout the process, making sure you have all of the checks in place. Each council area has different requirements which you can see below.

Aberdeen City Council logo featuring a shield flanked by two heraldic animals and the text 'BON ACCORD' above.

Aberdeen City Council

Find out everything you need for your Aberdeen City Short-Term Let Licence here.

Aberdeenshire Council logo with stylized letter 'A' and text.

Aberdeenshire Council

Find out everything you need for your Aberdeenshire Short-Term Let Licence here.

Logo for Angus Council with stylized letter A on a teal background.

Angus Council

Find out everything you need for your Angus Short-Term Let Licence here.

Moray Council logo featuring a geometric pattern of colored triangles above the text "moray council" in a stylized font, predominantly in purple, green, and blue hues.

Moray Council

Find out everything you need for your Moray Short-Term Let Licence here.