Food Licence Renewal
Around 4 months before expiry, the licensee receives the renewal application and guidance by post from FEHD.
The arrangement covers general restaurants, light refreshment restaurants and factory canteens. Complete the annual fire and ventilation inspection before renewal and obtain the Fire Services Department’s letter of no objection.
Trust or Company Service Provider licence TC007926
Renewal timing and steps
- Renewal notice: FEHD posts a renewal application form and guidance notes to the licensee about 4 months before the licence expires. Even if no notice arrives, the licensee is still responsible for completing the renewal before the licence expires.
- Arrange submission within the 4 months leading up to the licence’s expiry. Applying after the licence has expired is an offence; the existing licence is cancelled and you must apply afresh.
Documents needed
- Completed licence renewal application form (form FEHB 101A)
- Copy of a valid Business Registration Certificate (BR)
- Copy of the applicant’s identity document
- Copy of the current restaurant licence
- Fire Services Department letter of no objection (must be obtained before renewal)
Government fees for renewal
The following standard yearly renewal fees apply to full licences for premises no larger than 100 m²:
- General restaurant: HK$2,520.
- Light refreshment restaurant: HK$1,810.
- Factory canteen: HK$2,710.
For larger floor areas, calculate the fee using the applicable higher band.
Our consultancy fee is charged separately from the government amounts shown here.
Approval criteria
- Licence conditions: check continuing compliance with every condition on the licence
- Structural safety: examine the building for unauthorised structures and alterations without approval
- Fire equipment: verify working condition and completion of the annual inspection
- Hygiene history: check for previous major hygiene prosecutions or complaints
- On-site checks: FEHD makes surprise visits to establish that no breaches have occurred
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