Special permits
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There are four types of special permits based on the amount of time a permit is required:
- less than four days;
- four to thirty days;
- six months; and
- twelve months.
A special permit can only be held by a person who is at least 18 years old. The permit is issued to the person who applies on behalf of an association, society, organisation, club or other bona fide body running the event or function.
A special permit authorises the sale of liquor on premises where there is no existing authority. The Commissioner for Licensing may grant a permit if satisfied that the principal purpose of the function is not the sale or consumption of liquor and that this is incidental to the event, and if satisfied that it is reasonable to grant the permit.
A special permit does not authorise liquor to be sold on premises if the use of those premises for that purpose is otherwise unlawful.
If liquor is being provided by way of an entry fee into a function, a cost per glass or pre-sold tickets then it is considered that liquor is being sold and a special permit will need to be obtained. A special permit is not required for private functions such as weddings or birthdays where the liquor is provided by the host at his/her own expense. If a function is "BYO only" generally a liquor permit is not required.
How to apply
Once an application has been submitted and processed, the application fee is non-refundable. Confirm your need for the permit before submitting your application.
To apply for a special permit, complete the application form: