School Street Permit Information

School Street permits are available to Waltham Forest residents or businesses who are based within a school zone controlled zone or to those who have given valid reason and proof to enter during controlled times. 

These permits are digital, so there is no need to display a paper permit in the vehicle.

Permit details:

• Valid for one year. You must reapply on expiry. 

Required documents:
You will need to provide:

• 2 Proofs of address: A council tax bill, utility bill, mortgage statement, tenancy agreement, driving licence or bank statement. Evidence of business at that address.
• Proof of vehicle ownership*: A V5 document, Motability agreement, car insurance document, or lease agreement (for residents only). Letter on printed company letterhead with VAT number (for businesses).

Photos of documents are accepted if you don’t have access to a scanner.

How to Apply

Click ‘Apply’ at the bottom of this page and complete the three-step process:

1. Register or login with RingGo.
2. Complete the application form.
3. Once authorised your permit will be active (you will be notified by email).

*If you have just moved into the property please upload your V5c which can be in your previous address, however before uploading the V5c document to your application, please complete section 6 with your name and new address to show that you will be sending it off to the DVLA to have the vehicle registered in your name and new address.

Applying for a permit online is a three stage process, firstly you need to register with RingGo, then complete the permit application form and once that has been approved you can purchase your permit.