Essential School Visitor Permit

These permits allow vehicle access during School Street during operating hours for those providing vital services at, or to, the school who are unable to access the site outside those hours, and where this is supported by the school e.g. a school nurse or specialist sport or music tuition.

To view School Streets in the area, visit bathnes.gov.uk/schoolstreets.

About permit allocation

• The permit is linked to the vehicle’s registration (1 permit per vehicle registration)
• Permits are digital and issued free to eligible applicants
• Permits are valid until 31 July of the current school year or for a reasonable period based on the evidence provided (if this is sooner)

Before you start

You will need:

• A MiPermit account (you’ll be asked to create an account if you don’t have one already before completing your application)
• To provide a short statement explaining why you need vehicle access to the School Street during operating times
• An application support form completed by the school to validate your application. Please contact your school directly for this form before making an application.

Renewing your virtual permit

We will contact you 30 days before your permit expires inviting you to reapply for the next school year (if appropriate).

Cancelling or making a change to your permit

If you change your vehicle or no longer require a permit, please cancel your existing one via the ‘manage permit’ section. Please reapply for a new permit if required.

Permit approval

It may take up to 10 working days to review your application. Permits are only valid after you receive approval by email.