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How to Apply

All applications must be lodged with the correct fee. Please note fees are non-refundable. Download a list of application forms.

The Licence itself may be held in the name of a firm or company (i.e. non natural person) or in the name of an individual.

Please make sure that you complete the correct form or the correct section of the form, that every part of the application is completed, including any convictions against you, e.g., road traffic offences should be included.

If applicant is suffering from disability or medical condiction declared on the application form a medical form must be completed More information.

When your application is lodged and the appropriate fee has been paid, a copy of the form will be sent automatically by this office to the Police. They will carry out their own investigations and inspections and report directly to this office. if the Council feels that any other inquiries should be carried out, you will be told of the nature of these inquiries and that the results of these enquiries may be taken into account in coming to a decision on your application.

Your application must be considered within THREE MONTHS of its being lodged and the Council must reach a decision on it within SIX MONTHS.

If your application is refused, or granted conditionally, you are entitled to ask the Council within 28 days to give reasons for such refusal, or the imposition of such conditions and thereafter you are entitled to appeal to the Sheriff against to the decision on various grounds. You should seek the advice of a Solicitor if matters should get to that stage.

If you need any help filling in the forms or need any advice, please contact the licensing office.