Apply to set or break a record

Have you got what it takes to be a record-holder? Here you will find all the information you need to help you through the process of setting or breaking a record.

You can also check out our beginner's guide to getting a Guinness World Records title here.

We offer a variety of application types for individuals and businesses - take a look at the options below.

Chad Netherland Longest time restraining two aircraft

Consultancy Services for Organisations

Looking for an account-managed solution that will help you find the perfect record title to suit your brand or organisation’s objectives? Then follow the Consultancy Services route.

  • A dedicated Account Manager to guide you through the whole application process
  • Expert consultancy for building the perfect record-breaking campaign
  • Invite an Official Adjudicator to witness your attempt
  • Certificate presentation
  • Immediate review of application
  • Immediate review of evidence
  • Immediate answer to your questions
  • License of Guinness World Records logos to maximise the impact of your campaign
  • Price upon request

Start your journey today, and a Record Specialist will be in touch shortly to bring your ideas to life!

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Standard Applications for Individuals

If you’re an individual, not a group or a business. If you aren’t thinking about using your record-breaking attempt to promote a product or service. Then the Standard Application is for you:

  • A self-service option application and evidence submission
  • Receive guidelines in 12 weeks (3 months)*
  • Review of evidence within 12 weeks (3 months)**
  • Once your applications is underway, it will take 2 weeks to get a response to your questions
  • Not available for promoting a business, service or an organisation

*New record title suggestions involve a non-refundable administration fee of £5/$5 (+VAT)

**Review current application wait times for a more accurate timeline

Please note that our Standard Application route is for individuals only.  All other applications will be forwarded to our Consultancy Services team. 

Standard application