Alcohol and entertainment licences
How do I take over an existing premises licence?
You should:
- make sure the premises licence annual fee has been paid otherwise the licence is likely to be suspended
- ask the current licence holder to sign a transfer consent form (PDF) [147KB] (opens new window) agreeing to transfer the premises licence to you
- send the consent form and completed transfer application form (PDF) [406KB] (opens new window) to the Licensing Team, copies must also be sent to the police and Home Office
- provide a Right to Work document or code (see notes on transfer application form) for individual applicants
- read our Guidance on how to apply to transfer a premises licence for further information
You can choose for the transfer to take place with immediate effect or to specify a date for the transfer. The fee is £23.
The police have 14 days to consider your application - if they have no objections we will transfer the licence to you.
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Last modified on 23 February 2023