Apply for a van or trailer permit
Apply online for a free permit to use a van or trailer at the household waste recycling centres.
A van or trailer permit allows you to use a registered vehicle to dispose of your household waste only.
You must be a resident of Oxfordshire to apply for a van or trailer permit.
Do you need a permit?
Most vehicles do not need a permit to bring household waste to a waste and recycling centre. Check if you need a permit for your vehicle or trailer before you apply.
What you'll need to apply
You need an email address to apply for a permit. If your application is successful, we will email you your permit.
Read the terms and conditions and the van and trailer permit scheme policy before completing the application form.
Your vehicle details
During the permit application process, we check the DVLA for details about your vehicle, including:
- vehicle classification (commercial-type or non-commercial)
- vehicle weight
- tax status
- vehicle make
Then, we will ask questions about your vehicle based on the results.
Business addresses
If you live at an address that is a registered business premises, you must provide your current year's council tax bill as proof that you live there. You can upload an image of the document to the form.