Tobacco Retailer's Licence: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to register your shop on the national tobacco register to ensure your business remains compliant with national frameworks.
This licence is a mandatory registration for any shop that intends to sell tobacco products. Maintaining the correct licences is essential for running a retail business, as operating without the proper documentation can lead to immediate closure.
Who it's for
This scheme is for any shop that sells tobacco products. If your business includes the sale of these items, you must be registered to comply with the national frameworks required for operating a retail space.
What you get
By completing the registration process, you gain official registration on the national tobacco register. This provides the necessary legal recognition for your business to continue selling tobacco products as part of your shop's inventory.
What it costs you
There is an annual fee of €50 to maintain your registration. You must pay this fee every year to remain compliant with the requirements of the national tobacco register.
The catch to know
You must be aware of the strict rules regarding how products are shown to the public. Specifically, displaying tobacco is strictly prohibited. This means that even with a valid licence, you must manage your stock so that tobacco products are not visible to customers in your shop.
How to apply
- Verify that your shop meets the criteria of a retail business selling tobacco.
- Contact the relevant authority to begin the registration process.
- Complete the necessary documentation to be added to the national tobacco register.
- Pay the required annual fee of €50.
- Ensure your shop layout complies with the rules against displaying tobacco products.