Diplomats and Armed Forces discounts and exemptions

Diplomats exemption

This exemption applies if an occupant has diplomatic or immunity privileges under:

  • Diplomatic privileges Act 1964
  • Commonwealth secretariat Act 1996
  • Consular relations Act 1968
  • Commonwealth countries and Republic of Ireland order 1985
  • International organizations Act 1968
  • Hong Kong Economic Trade Act 1996

They must not:

  • be a British Citizen
  • be a permanent resident in the UK
  • have another property in the UK which is their main residence.

Supporting documents

  • You will need to provide a TX19 from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Apply for an exemption for diplomats

To apply you will need to:

  • Download and complete the application form
  • Scan the completed application form using either a scanner or taking a picture of it using your mobile phone
  • Attach the documents and answer all of the questions on the evidence form