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Did You Know That B-BEE Compliance Is Essential When Applying For A Liquor Licence?

Obtaining and maintaining a liquor licence in South Africa requires applicants to uphold certain expectations and meet specific criteria. As legislation and regulations advance, the expectations can change with many licence holders unaware of what is now expected of them. For instance, many applying for a restaurant liquor licence in South Africa have no idea that their business must be B-BEE Compliant. At Leon Slotow Associates, we help those looking to obtain or renew a liquor licence in South Africa do so without difficulty. Application Requirements According To The Department Of Trade And IndustryAccording to the Department of Trade and Industry (the DTIC), there are several required documents that must accompany all applications for liquor manufacturing and/or distribution licences. The list includes some of the following requirements:

  • A consent letter from the relevant municipality or a business zoning certificate for industrial purposesForeign applicants require a trading business permitA valid certified copy of the applicant’s ID or passport B-BEEE verification certificate 

    • View the full list of required documents here.What Does This Mean For Liquor Licence Applications?Anyone that needs to apply to renew a liquor licence or is applying for the first time will first need to go through the process of establishing B-BEE compliance in their business. This ensures that businesses holding liquor licences are doing their part to improve the economic participation of black people in the South African economy by advancing economic transformation.Simplify The Process With A Liquor Licence ConsultantTo continue trading legally and ethically, it is essential to renew your liquor licence regularly. However, changes to legislation and regulations can mean that liquor licence holders are unaware of what is expected of them, which can lead to problems and frustration down the line. Working with a reputable liquor licence attorney or consultant like Leon Slotow Associates can take the stress away when the time comes to renew your liquor licence. Leon Slotow Associates specialises in helping traders obtain and renew their liquor licences. As professionals in the industry, we make it our business to keep up to date with the latest liquor licence laws, regulations and policies with the aim of making it as simple as possible to renew your liquor licence. Are you looking for assistance with liquor licence renewal? Leon Slotow Associates can assist. Get in touch with us today to find out how we can help you. 

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