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Can I still make an application using paper forms if I want to?

We would always recommend that you apply online1. but if you'd prefer to use the paper forms, you can still access them. However, please note that many authorities are working remotely and managing high volumes of applications. For these reasons, many are steering applicants to submit their applications online. 

If you still wish to submit an application to your authority by post or email, there will likely be a delay in your local authority processing it compared to submitting it online2. Some authorities may also charge an additional administration fee to process them. 

For more information please get in touch with your local authority3.

If you still wish to access paper forms, all the forms are also available to download as PDF documents which you can print out, complete and submit by post. View further details about making an application 'offline'4.