The information required within an application will differ depending on the type of applicant.
Body corporate
The applicant must supply:
- a current Australian Securities Investment Commission (ASIC) (external site) extract of company officers
- if the trading name is different to the company name, a copy of Business Names Extract (also available from ASIC).
The application must only be signed by a director or a person authorised by the body corporate.
You may not have to provide a business names extract if you:
- are trading using your own company name, in which case you will not have a business name
- are a franchisee, in which case you do not own the trading name, and you will not have a business name
- are operating from a mine site you will not have a business name for the location you require a tobacco licence.
Individual
The applicant must supply:
- proof of identity of the person making the application, for example a motor driver’s licence or passport
- signature of the individual making the application
- a copy of Business Names Extract.
Partnership
For an individual who conducts business in a partnership, written confirmation (provided by 1 of the partners) that the applicant is authorised by the partnership to make the application.
Incorporated association
The applicant must supply:
- a copy of office holders on the association’s letterhead
- certificate of incorporation.
An office bearer, such as a president, secretary, or treasurer must authorise the application.
Trustee applicant requirements
If the business name is recorded as a trust then the applicant must be the trustee on behalf of the trust.
The trustee must sign the application.
Licence applications can only be processed once all the correct documentation is submitted.
Application and renewal forms can be downloaded below.