Circuit & District Court Licensing

The Circuit Court and District Court deal with licensing matters under the Licensing Acts 1833–2003 and the Registration of Clubs Acts.

This hub provides guidance on applications, key dates, fees, and required documents for each court. You can also find information on submitting applications online through the eLicensing system.

  • District Court licensing

    The District Court handles applications for certain licences, such as liquor licences, club registrations, and public event permits. It also deals with renewals, transfers, objections, and exemptions under licensing laws

  • Circuit Court licensing

    This guide explains how to make licensing applications in the Circuit Court under the Licensing Acts 1833–2003 and the Registration of Clubs Acts. It covers the different types of applications, notice and service requirements, publication rules, plans and drawings, and the documents you must lodge before your court date.

  • eLicensing

    eLicensing through Courts Service Online (CSOL) allows legal firms to submit, manage, and track licensing applications entirely online.

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