Prohibition sign - red circle and bar
No Admittance signs
A no admittance sign tells people they may not go in. It is an older phrase than "No entry" but still common on offices, yards and private premises. Download the standard sign, "Strictly no admittance", the classic "No admittance except on business", an age notice (for licensed or age-restricted premises) and a bold red text sign. Each is a PDF in A5, A4 and A3, portrait and landscape. The symbol signs use a red ring and bar over a walking figure. Print at actual size and laminate for repeated use.
No admittance sign
Sign text: "No admittance". PDF, 19 KB. A5, A4 or A3, portrait or landscape.
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Choose your wording
5 versions. Each one downloads as a PDF in A5, A4 or A3, portrait or landscape.
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Strictly no admittance
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No admittance except on business
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No one under 18 admitted
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No admittance - text only (red)
Download all 5 signs
Every wording, size and orientation in one ZIP file, 488 KB.
Print tips
- Print at "actual size" or 100%, not "fit to page", so the margins stay even.
- Use thicker paper or card (160gsm or more) if the sign will be handled.
- For outdoor or long-term use, laminate it or buy a rigid version.
Where to use it
- Offices and private rooms
- Yards, depots and loading areas
- Back-of-house areas in shops and venues
- Event sites and backstage areas
- Licensed or age-restricted premises (under 18s notice)
Questions
What does "no admittance" mean?
It means people may not enter. The phrase is the same in meaning as "no entry".
What does "except on business" mean?
It allows people with a work reason to come in, for example deliveries and visitors with an appointment.
Can I use the age sign for selling age-restricted goods?
No. A sign does not replace your legal duties when selling or serving age-restricted items; take advice.
Which size should I use?
A4 on a door, A3 on a gate.
Related signs
No Entry Signs
Authorised Personnel Only Signs
No Access Signs
Keep Out Signs
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