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Online Direct Debit application form

If you want to enjoy the benefits of purchasing your rod fishing licence by Direct Debit, please call us on 08708 506 506 or download and complete the application form, below:

If applying by form:

  • Complete the top half of the form with the details of the rod licence holder. Leave the Customer Reference Code blank ( this field is for office use only.)
  • Complete the bottom half of the form with the bank details of the account you would like the debit to come from.
  • Please remember to sign and date the form before posting it to the address at the top of the form. Please do not include any cheques or postal orders with the form, as this form is for direct debit applications only.
  • Once your Direct Debit has been set up you will receive a letter to confirm your licence details and explain when the money will be debited from your bank account.
  • Early each March the licence fee will be deducted from your bank account and later in March a licence will be posted to you in time for the start of the fishing season on 1 April.
  • If you change your name and address details please let us know by calling our National Customer Contact Centre on 08708 506 506 so that we can update our records.

    If you have any further enquiries about the Direct Debit Scheme please do not hesitate to contact us on 08708 506 506. Phone lines will be open from 9.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday.