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Transporting your own waste

This activity applies when you are transporting only your own waste.You do not need to obtain this authorisation if you have obtained a transporting waste authorisation. 

Authorisation level

Registration

Fees and charges

There are no fees associated with this activity.

Standard conditions

Your registration is not subject to any specific standard conditions. However, you must ensure you comply with your Duty of Care obligations, as set out in Scottish Government’s Duty of Care Code of Practice.

SEPA reserves the right to revoke your registration if it poses an unacceptable risk to the environment.

How to apply

The new digital application service for these activities will be launched in April 2026.

Until that time, the existing arrangements for waste carriers, brokers and dealers will remain in place.

Applicants wishing to make a new registration, or renew an existing registration should use the digital licensing platform here:

Help and guidance