New Applications – Section 41
Complete management of new liquor licence applications for off-consumption and on-consumption premises.
Renewal Application – Section 64
Annual licence renewals to ensure continued compliance and uninterrupted trading.
Transfer of Licence – Section 74
Efficient handling of ownership transfers and change of licence holder.
Structural Alterations – Section 72
Applications for physical changes to licensed premises requiring authority approval.
Change in Nature of Business – Section 72
Managing applications when the type of business or trading hours need to change.
Manager Appointment – Section 77
Nomination and registration of responsible managers for licensed premises.
Special Event Permit – Section 52
Temporary permits for festivals, markets, and one-off events requiring liquor sales.
Representations / Condonation Objections
Professional representation at hearings and handling of objections to applications.
All Things Compliance
Comprehensive compliance workshops for your staff and ongoing regulatory support.
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Legally qualified consultant, established regulator relationships, and diligent submissions reduce delays and queries.
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Deep local knowledge of KZN Liquor Authority processes, municipalities, and DPO expectations.
Transparent pricing
Clear milestones and costs, with proactive updates at each stage.
FAQs
How long does a new liquor licence take?
Timelines are prescribed by the Act. A new licence application normally takes 4–6 months to finalise.
Can I trade before approval?
No. Trading requires an approved licence. For once‑off events, an occasional licence may apply.
What documents do I need?
Common requirements include zoning/LUP, SAPS/DPO clearances, tax clearance, plans, and ownership disclosures. We guide you through each item.
Areas We Serve in KwaZulu‑Natal ▼
Liquor Licensing in Durban
We handle new licences (Sec 39/41), renewals (Form 21/23), transfers and event permits across eThekwini — aligned to municipal by‑laws and DPO requirements.
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Full‑service applications, renewals and compliance support for Msunduzi, with clear timelines and diligent submissions to reduce queries.
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Applications, renewals, and transfers for uMhlathuze — including zoning/LUP checks, DPO liaison, and Gazette advertising.
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We prepare complete files and manage inspections and board processes to keep your timeline on track.
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New and existing operators supported with renewals, manager appointments, and compliance audits.
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We coordinate with municipal departments and manage all statutory notices to minimize delays.
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Support for restaurants, retail, venues and hospitality along the North Coast, including event permits.
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End‑to‑end service from pre‑screening to activation, with proactive regulator engagement.
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Applications, renewals and transfers supported by clear requirements, budgets and milestones.
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We manage inspections, DPO reports and board hearings where required — no surprises.
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Local compliance guidance, renewals, manager nominations and alterations processed efficiently.
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Ranging from on‑ and off‑consumption to special events, we handle end‑to‑end paperwork.
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South Coast operators supported with accurate filings and timely renewals.
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Applications, transfers and event permits with careful coordination of municipal approvals.
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