Persons hosting or participating in events where alcohol will be sold are reminded that they must apply online for liquor licences.
They may request a Special Occasion Liquor Licence if alcohol is being retailed for a period of 24 hours or less, or a Seasonal Liquor Licence, which covers a 90-day period, and can be used at various locations.
Payments may be made online through EZpay+ via the person’s liquor licence account, or at post offices islandwide. For timely approval, persons are advised to apply for their licences at least four working days before the event.
Those who need assistance applying for a licence should call the Liquor Licence Authority of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs at 535-7019, 535-7011, 535-7015, or 535-7042. Persons may also visit the Authority at the Energy Division, Country Road, St. Michael.
Meanwhile, holders of liquor licences are reminded that they must be renewed at least five days prior to the expiry date indicated in the last paragraph of the current licence.