Apply for an on-premises licence

Introduction

An on-premises licence allows you to sell alcohol together with another product or service that is sold, supplied or provided to patrons.

Some common activities and venues for this kind of licence include: restaurant, cafe, cinema, karaoke bar, sport facility, art gallery, music venue, retirement village, cruise ship, tourism business or commercial caterer.

Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old.

An on-premises licence is available in the following classes:

• Accommodation
• Airport
• Art gallery
• Catering service
• Cinema
• Club activity and support
• Food and beverage outlet
• Healthy and beauty services
• Karaoke venue
• Local product promotion
• Multi-occasion extended trading authorisation
• Music venue
• Other public entertainment venue
• Public hall
• Racing facility
• Restaurant
• Retirement village
• Social activity and support
• Sport facility
• Tertiary institution
• Theatre
• Tour operator
• Tourist and cultural precinct
• Tourist facility
• Vessel
• Other (any other type not previously defined).

To make sure that you have all the information and documentation you need to complete this transaction, please visit Liquor & Gaming NSW.

What you need

• a OneGov account
• a floor plan showing the boundaries proposed for the licensed area
• details of the premises owner
• contact details for you or another authorised person
• your requested liquor trading hours
• a copy of your development approval or consent (if applicable)
• a completed applicant declaration – PDF (if applicable)
• a Community Impact Statement (CIS) (if applicable)
• a copy of the Site Notice prominently displayed at the proposed licensed premises until you hear the outcome of your application
• a copy of the Site Notice provided to the occupiers of any building or land within the prescribed distance of the proposed premises
• your payment.

If you're applying as an individual, you'll also need to provide:

• evidence of your Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) qualifications
• a current National Police Check certificate issued within the last 3 months
• the 3 identity documents you used when applying for the National Police Check.

If you're applying as an organisation, you'll also need to provide:

• ABN, ACN or Y/INC
• the names and birthdates of all directors and officeholders (if it is a proprietary company)
• a current Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) extract
• details of an appointment of manager notice.

How to apply

1. Check the eligibility requirements.
2. Ensure you've gathered all the required documents.
3. Select the 'Apply online' button.
4. Register or sign in to OneGov.
5. Complete the online application form.
6. Upload and attach your supporting documents.
7. Enter your payment details.
8. Read and confirm the declaration.
9. Submit your application.
10. Display and circulate your Public Consultation – Site Notice as prescribed.