--- title: "Visual Arts Scotland — check charity number SC006715 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Visual Arts Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC006715. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/visual-arts-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:59:14.257Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Visual Arts Scotland is a registered charity (number SC006715) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £85,013 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Visual Arts Scotland? Registered charity number SC006715 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £85,013 Website [www.visualartsscotland.org](http://www.visualartsscotland.org/) ## What does Visual Arts Scotland do? To encourage the appreciation of art in Scotland and beyond, to showcase the artist's work by organising exhibitions and to organise artists residency opportunities. ## What causes is Visual Arts Scotland registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Visual Arts Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Visual Arts Scotland is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=visual-arts-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.visualartsscotland.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Visual Arts Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Visual Arts Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC006715) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Visual Arts Scotland's charity number? Visual Arts Scotland's charity number is SC006715. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC006715? Search SC006715 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Visual Arts Scotland do? To encourage the appreciation of art in Scotland and beyond, to showcase the artist's work by organising exhibitions and to organise artists residency opportunities. Does Visual Arts Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Visual Arts Scotland. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Visual Arts Scotland? Visual Arts Scotland's website is http://www.visualartsscotland.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC006715).