Stirling and Falkirk Lieutenancy

There are thousands of requests sent to the Royal family each year to ask for a Royal visit, and each invitation is given careful consideration.

Although a member of the public may send an invitation directly to the Royal Household, it is recommended that the invitation to be sent to the Royal Household from the Lord-Lieutenant of Stirling and Falkirk if it is within the Lieutenancy area. Please contact the Clerk to the Lieutenancy’s Office if you are planning an event at which you are seeking the presence of a member of the Royal family.

The Lord-Lieutenant considers all invitations received so it is important that invitations include full details of the event with some background information to assist with the process. The Lord-Lieutenant, if he believes the event would be appropriate for a Royal visit, sends an invite direct to a specific member of the Royal Household.

It is important that invitations are sent as early as possible, with a minimum of 6 months before the date of the intended Royal visit.

The Royal Household responds to all invitations. If they are unable to accept, it is possible that the invitations could be sent to another member of the Royal Family as suggested by the Lieutenancy Office.

If an acceptance is issued it will be sent directly to the applicant, and the Royal Household will also inform the Lord-Lieutenant. It is essential the planned Royal visit is kept confidential until the programme is finalised.

The Lieutenancy Office will then be able to offer advice and guidance on the planning process to ensure the visit is as successful as it can be.