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Personal Licence Course Bristol

Online APLH Exam & Local Licensing Guide

Licensing Solutions provides online APLH training and examinations for people living and working throughout Bristol. Once you have passed your qualification, your Personal Licence application is made to the relevant licensing authority.

If you need your Personal Licence qualification, you can complete the APLH learning online, practise with course questions and take a private remotely invigilated examination. Once you have passed, the qualification can be used as part of your Personal Licence application to the correct licensing authority.

£75 + VATAPLH course & online exam
£37statutory application fee
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Applying for a Personal Licence in Bristol

Bristol City Council confirms that a Personal Licence application should be made to the local authority where the applicant normally lives. Its guidance also explains that the licence remains with the issuing authority even if the holder later moves. Applicants should follow the council’s current checklist for qualification evidence, DBS/basic disclosure, photographs, right-to-work evidence and the £37 fee.

Official licensing authority Bristol City Council Visit the council licensing page

If you are unsure which authority covers your home address: GOV.UK Personal Licence council finder

The process is simple

1Purchase your APLH course and examination.
2Complete the online learning and practice questions.
3Book your private online examination.
4Take the remotely invigilated exam.
5Receive your result immediately after completing the examination.
6Following successful completion, receive your electronic qualification certificate.
7Use your qualification as part of your Personal Licence application to the appropriate licensing authority.

Premises Licences in Bristol

For a business in Bristol, the Premises Licence is a separate permission connected to the venue. Bristol City Council handles new premises applications and requires a premises plan and, where alcohol is sold, the relevant DPS arrangements.

For a premises-based search: GOV.UK Premises Licence council finder

Personal Licence vs Premises Licence

A Personal Licence belongs to the individual. A Premises Licence relates to the venue. A pub, bar, restaurant, hotel, shop or other licensed premises may employ several Personal Licence holders, but where alcohol is authorised the Premises Licence will identify a Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS), who must hold a Personal Licence.

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How Licensing Solutions Can Help

Online APLH trainingStudy the APLH course online, in your own time.Find out more →Remotely invigilated online APLH examinationA private 1‑to‑1 exam from home or work.Find out more →Practice questions and learning supportTest yourself with our mock exam.Find out more →Personal Licence application assistanceWe prepare and submit your application.Find out more →Premises Licence application supportNew premises licence applications handled for you.Find out more →Premises Licence transfers and DPS changesTransfers and changes of Designated Premises Supervisor.Find out more →

FAQ

Bristol Personal Licence FAQs

Do I have to take my APLH exam in Bristol?

No. Licensing Solutions provides the training and examination online, so you do not need to travel to a classroom or test centre.

Which council do I apply to if I live in Bristol?

If your normal home address is within the area covered by Bristol City Council, that is the authority that handles your Personal Licence application. Always check your postcode before applying.

Can I use my Personal Licence outside this area?

Yes. A Personal Licence issued under the Licensing Act 2003 is not restricted to one particular premises or city and can be used throughout England and Wales, subject to the relevant premises being appropriately licensed.

Do I also need a Premises Licence?

The Personal Licence and Premises Licence are different. If you operate a venue that sells alcohol or carries out other licensable activities, the premises itself may also need a Premises Licence.

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Book Your Online APLH Course & Exam

Study online and sit your remotely invigilated exam from home or work in Bristol, then use your qualification as part of your Personal Licence application to the appropriate licensing authority.