How to apply

You can apply for a personal licence if you:

  • are 18 years old or over
  • are ordinarily resident in Lichfield District
  • hold an accredited licensing qualification or are able to provide proof you are a person of prescribed description
  • have the right to work in the UK within licensable activity. Section 192A of the Licensing Act 2003 defines ‘entitlement to work’ for the purposes of the Act.
  • have not forfeited a personal licence in the previous five years

To apply you must complete the following: 

You must also provide:

  • the original or certified copy of your licensing qualification
  • basic DBS certificate dated no older than 1 month at the time of your application
  • two photographs of yourself, one which is endorsed as a true likeness of you by a solicitor or notary, a person of standing in the community, or any individual with a professional qualification.
  • proof of your right to work
  • proof of payment.

You can pay for your application online. 

Pay online

Before making your application, please make sure you have read our privacy notice.

Please send your completed application form and associated documents to:

Licensing team, Lichfield District Council, Frog Lane, Lichfield, WS13 6ZD