This page contains information on the quality and safety of organs intended for transplantation.

Guidance and resources for establishments licenced under our Organ donation and transplantation (ODT) sector

Specific information for those that work in our regulated sectors.

Check if you need a licence. Use our flowcharts to help you decide if your activity requires a licence.

There are a number of different types of living organ donation, some of which involve a donor and recipient coming together either because of a pre-existing relationship or through a third party and others where the donor and recipient(s) are matched by NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT). The information below provides an overview of the types of living organ donation which you may wish to consider if you are thinking about becoming a living organ donor.

On this page you will find information for potential donors, their recipients recipients and those setting up websites that aim to bring these people together on how the system works in the UK and issues to consider.

Information on living organ donation and how it is regulated.

Find out more about donating organs and tissue for transplant after death.

Here you can find our Codes of Practice, practical guidance to professions carrying out activities we regulate.