Can I transfer my food licence to a new operator?
If your business has been sold, you should advise us in writing.
It is not possible to transfer an existing food licence to a new owner. The new owner will need to apply for a change of food licence ownership.
I am taking over an existing food business
You will need to apply for a change of food licence ownership and pay the appropriate fees. To find application information, see How do I apply for a food business licence.
An inspection of the business will be carried out before your licence is issued.
We also offer optional searches that provide licence information about the business you are about to take over, like licence database reports and licence inspection reports. For more information, see Property searches.
Please note that you may need additional approvals to make any changes to an existing food business.