How much does a premises licence cost?
The cost of a Premises Licence application is made up of the statutory fee payable to the licensing authority and, if you use professional support, the fee for preparing and managing the application.
How Are Premises Licence Application Fees Calculated?
For most premises, statutory fees are linked to the non-domestic rateable value and the relevant fee band. Certain premises can be subject to additional multipliers.
| Fee band | New application & variation | Annual fee |
|---|---|---|
| Band A Rateable value None to £4,300 | £100 | £70 |
| Band B Rateable value £4,301 to £33,000 | £190 | £180 |
| Band C Rateable value £33,001 to £87,000 | £315 | £295 |
| Band D Rateable value £87,001 to £125,000 | £450 | £320 |
| Band E Rateable value £125,001 plus | £635 | £350 |
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Premises in bands D and E used exclusively or primarily for the supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises pay a multiplier: band D ×2 (£900 application, £640 annual) and band E ×3 (£1,905 application, £1,050 annual). Additional fees apply to exceptionally large events of 5,000+ people. Source: GOV.UK alcohol licensing fee levels, checked September 2026.
Is There an Annual Fee?
Yes. Premises Licence holders are required to pay an annual fee to the licensing authority. This is separate from the original application fee.
What Other Costs Can Arise?
- premises plans
- newspaper advertising
- professional application support
- specialist reports or advice where required
- costs associated with hearings or objections in more complex cases
Plan ahead: How long does a premises licence take?
How Much Does Licensing Solutions Charge?
Our Premises Licence Application Service starts from £750 + VAT. This is our professional fee and is separate from the statutory fee paid to the licensing authority.
| What you pay | Paid to |
|---|---|
| Statutory application fee £100 to £635 depending on band | Licensing authority |
| Annual fee £70 to £350 depending on band | Licensing authority |
| Application service Preparation and management of your application | From £750 + VAT |
Why Can Two Applications Cost Different Amounts?
The statutory fee can differ because of rateable value and the type of premises. Professional fees can also vary depending on the complexity of the application and any issues that arise.
Know Exactly What You Are Paying For
We keep the statutory council fee separate from our professional fee, so you can see exactly where your money goes.
Read the full process: How to apply for a premises licence.
Premises Licence Application Service
- Application preparation
- Tailored operating schedule
- Licensing-authority submission
- Statutory notice preparation
- Consultation monitoring
- Liaison regarding representations or objections
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