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When a licensed premises transfers from one owner to another, it is the responsibility of the new owner to ensure they have the correct licence.

If you are the new owner, you need to transfer the existing licence into your name.

Apply

To transfer a licence, you will need to:

You will also need to vary the Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS), if the DPS is changing.

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You can print this form

You can also download and print the application form. If you decide to download and print your application, you will need to return it to us by post or in person.

What happens next

Once we receive your application, we will:

  • acknowledge it within three working days
  • contact you to confirm that we have transferred the licence

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