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🧾 How Do I Get a Personal Licence?

Your Complete Guide to Applying with Ease

If you want to sell or authorise the sale of alcohol in England or Wales, you’ll need a Personal Licence. This licence is issued by the local council in the area where you live, and it allows you to operate legally in licensed premises.

📍 Personal vs Premises Licence: Know the Difference

Before you start, keep in mind:

  • A Personal Licence is always applied for in the local authority where you live.

  • A Premises Licence is applied for in the area where the venue is located.

⚠️ It’s common for individuals to deal with two different local councils – one for the personal licence and another for the premises. Don’t assume it’s all handled by one authority.

✅ Who Can Apply for a Personal Licence?

To be eligible, you must:

📄 What Do I Need to Apply?

Here’s a handy checklist of everything required for your application:

Requirement Details
🧑 Two passport photos One must be countersigned to confirm it’s a true likeness
📜 Licensing qualification certificate Must be from an approved course (Book your exam here)
🔎 DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check Formerly known as a CRB – must be recent (within 30 days)
📝 Disclosure of convictions & penalties form You must declare any relevant unspent convictions
🧾 Proof of right to work in the UK Passport, residence permit, visa, etc.
💷 Application fee £37 – paid to the local authority

🚨 Can My Application Be Refused?

Yes, but only in limited cases.

If your DBS check reveals a relevant unspent conviction, the police have 14 days to object. If they do, your local council will arrange a hearing in front of the Licensing Committee, who will make the final decision.

🤝 Let Licensing Solutions Handle It All For You

Applying for a Personal Licence can feel overwhelming — but we do it hundreds of times a month, and we’re here to help.

✔️ Our Personal Licence Application Service Includes:

  • ✅ Conducting your DBS criminal record check

  • ✅ Completing all application paperwork

  • ✅ Preparing and endorsing your photographs

  • ✅ Filling out the declaration of convictions form

  • ✅ Submitting your application to the correct licensing authority

  • ✅ Providing expert support throughout the process

💷 All this for just £125 + VAT
(Includes DBS fee: £21.50 & council fee: £37 – no hidden costs)

📦 This service can be added at checkout when booking your Personal Licence Exam.

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The 5 step Process

1

Pass your APLH qualification

You must hold a Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders (APLH) qualification before you can apply.

2

Complete a DBS check

You'll need a Basic DBS Certificate as part of your application.

3

Prepare your documents

Gather your photos, proof of ID, right to work documents and complete the application form.

4

Submit your application to the council

Apply to your local council with the required documents and the application fee.

5

Await approval

Your council will process your application. Police may review within 14 days if required.

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What You Need

  • Licensing qualification certificate
  • Basic DBS certificate
  • 2 passport photos (signed)
  • Right to work in the UK proof
  • Completed application form
  • £37 application fee (payable to council)

We'll check everything for you before sending it to the council.

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Can Your Application Be Refused?

  • Yes but only in limited circumstances:
  • If you have a relevant criminal conviction
  • If the police object within 14 days
  • If your case must go to a licensing
    committee hearing.

Most applications are approved without any issues.

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Who Can Apply?

  • You must be 18 or over
  • You must hold an accredited
    licensing qualification.
  • You must have the right to work
    in the UK.

Let Licensing Solutions Handle It All For You

Applying for a Personal Licence can feel overwhelming - but we do it hundreds of times a month, and we're here to help.

Our Personal Licence Application Service Includes:

  • Conducting your DBS criminal record check
  • Completing all application paperwork
  • Preparing and endorsing your photographs
  • Filling out the declaration of convictions form
  • Submitting your application to the correct licensing authority
  • Providing expert support throughout the process

All this for just £125 + VAT

All-Inclusive Price: £150.00 (No Hidden Fees)

Service Cost VAT
Licensing Solutions Admin Fee £76.25 + VAT (£15.25)
DBS Criminal Record Check (mandatory) £21.50 No VAT
Licensing Authority Application Fee £37.00 No VAT
Total £134.75 £15.25
Total: £150.00

Want a stress free application?

Let us handle the hard work so you can focus on your future in hospitality. With Licensing Solutions, your application is in expert hands.

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