If you are taking over an existing food outlet, please ensure that the previous licensee had surrendered/cancelled his licence before you submit an application for the licence. Otherwise, there will be a delay in processing your application.

The criteria for approval are as follows:

1. Eligibility of Applicant. Only the following can apply for a licence: (a) Singaporean or Permanent Resident for an individual (b) Company registered with the Accounting & Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) (c) Association/ Society registered with Registrar of Societies

Application by a firm registered as a business with ACRA (formerly RCB) cannot be accepted. The sole proprietor or active partner must apply for a licence in his name.

1. For self-employed persons, please ensure that your MediSave contributions are paid before applying for a licence.

2. Submission of relevant supporting documents

3. Compliance of the list of hygiene requirements issued by SFA’s Food Service Department. (note: You may refer to the Licensing Conditions here for more information on the general design of a food retail outlet)

Please note that SFA will take past enforcement record(s) into consideration for new licence applications and/or renewal.