This service is not run by the Council and information should be used for contact purposes only
Also known as:- Consumer Credit
Service Description: Almost all businesses that give credit, or introduce sources of credit to consumers need a Credit Licence. Application has to be made to the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) in London, although the Isle of Wight Trading Standards Service can supply you with the OFT application forms if you telephone 01983 823396. We can also supply copies of some OFT guidance material which is also available via the weblink below. Our Trading Standards Service web site has further general business guidance leaflets.