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Guidance

Apply to become a permit-free art or music festival

How to apply to get on the list of permit-free art and music festivals.

From:
UK Visas and Immigration
Published
16 December 2014
Last updated
220 DecemberNovember 20242025 — See all updates

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How to apply to get on the list of permit free festivals

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This guidance provides details on how individuals who are hosting festivals can apply to get on the list of permit-free festivals.

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Published 16 December 2014
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2025-11-20 10:51
Added application dates for 2026 to 2027.

2024-12-02 00:01
Updated the process for applications to the list of permit free festivals for 2025.

2023-11-30 12:18
Updated information for festivals applying for inclusion on the permit free festival list.

2023-02-14 15:01
Updated guidance to highlight that the application window to apply to get on the permit free festival list was closed on 31 January 2023.

2022-12-01 16:28
Updated to provide information to festivals on how to apply for inclusion on the Permit Free Festival list over December and January.

2022-02-24 12:24
Updated guidance to highlight that the application window to apply to get on the permit free festival list is closed.