In order to sell tobacco products in Singapore one must apply for a license with the Health Products Regulation Group (HPRG) and the Tobacco Regulation Branch (TRB). Tobacco licenses in Singapore are issued separately for each location these products are sold in. For companies registered in Singapore, the company must appoint an individual in the company’s management to apply for the tobacco license. For other types of legal entities, such as sole traders or partnerships, the legal representative registered with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) is recommended to apply for the tobacco license.
The video below shows how to obtain a tobacco license in Singapore:
All individuals applying for a special license for selling tobacco products in Singapore must have at least the legal age of 18. They must also register with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority. Also, an applicant must not have sold tobacco products to minors previous to the application. All applicants must comply with the obligations set out in the Singapore Tobacco Act.
For Singapore restaurants or other eating establishment the tobacco license must be obtained with the category “Eating Establishments” (NEA license) within the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority.
Our specialists in opening companies in Singapore will provide you additional information about tobacco licensing requirements.
In order to obtain a license for selling tobacco products in Singapore, the following documents must be submitted with the Tobacco Regulation Branch:
The tobacco license has one-year validity period and may be renewed on a yearly basis. For information about the licensing fees please contact our consultants who can also help you open a company in Singapore.