Drinking is enjoyed by many people of Hong Kong, whether at dinning, as a leisure, pastime or during entertainment. In 2007, there were some 5,300 restaurants, pubs, bars and clubs licensed to sell or supply liquor for consumption on the premises.

The Liquor Licensing Board is an independent statutory body established to issue liquor licences. In granting licences, we adopt an open, transparent and fair approach and aim to balance the interests of commercial activities and the lifestyles of the locality. Our main considerations are that the applicant must be a fit and proper person to hold the licence that the premises are suitable for selling liquor and that, in all circumstances, the grant of a licence is not contrary to the public interest. To this end, we value the views of local residents and enforcement agencies. With your support, the Liquor Licensing Board would continue to devote efforts to serve our community better in the work that we do.

This homepage will provide you with information about the Liquor Licensing Board and the procedure for applying liquor licences. Your comments and suggestions are most welcome.

Happy Surfing!

FONG Wo, Felix, JP
Chairman