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1. Identify Your Licence Type

NCDC issues different categories depending on your business:

  • Publican/Tavern/Limited Hotel

  • Dealer (retailer)

  • Restaurant

  • Cabaret, Club, Special Permit, etc.

 

2. Download & Complete the Application

  • Visit the NCDC Trade & Liquor Licensing Application Forms page. Click here

  • Download the specific liquor licence form (e.g. Dealer, Restaurant, Publican/Tavern, etc.)

  • Fill it out completely—must be signed and dated.

 

3. Prepare Required Documents & Checklist

  • Completed application form

  • Physical planning approval

  • Building authority clearance (if any structural changes)

  • Land title or lease agreement

  • Certificate of incorporation (for companies)

  • Certificate permitting foreign business (if applicable)

  • For clubs: current subscribing membership list

  • Evidence of land/garbage tax payment

  • Fee receipts

 

4. Understand and Budget for the Fees

License Type Annual Fee (K)
Publican / Tavern 21,400
Limited Hotel 10,700
Dealer (Bottleshop) 10,700
Restaurant 2,675
Club 321 (plus k10 per member)
Caberet 50,000
Special 600
Application Fee / License Issuance 100 / 100

 

5. Lodgement at NCDC Office

  • Visit the Regulatory Services Department front counter at NCDC’s Regulatory Services (Waigani Drive).

  • Applications are accepted on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays for new licences and renewals. 

  • Deliver your completed form, checklist, supporting documents, and payment receipts.

 

6. Commission Processing

  • Your documents will be checked and forwarded to the Liquor Licensing Commission for assessment.

  • You may be asked for additional info or inspections (e.g., planning, building).

  • Once approved, the licence will be issued.

 

7. Maintain Compliance

  • Renew annually before December (licence year runs January–December).

  • Keep up land/garbage tax payments, physical planning, and other required certifications.

  • For renewals, submit the previous licence copy, completed renewal form, tax receipts, and checklist.

 

Summary: Steps at a Glance

  • Select licence type & download form

  • Fill out application & prepare documents using checklist

  • Calculate and pay necessary fees

  • Submit everything at NCDC front counter (Mon–Wed)

  • Undergo review, approval, and issuance

  • Renew yearly before licence expiry