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Commonly searched licences

• Bus Driver's Vocational Licence (BDVL) / Bus Attendant Vocational Licence (BAVL)
• Omnibus Driver's Vocational Licence
• Security Officer Licence
• Taxi Driver's Vocational Licence (TDVL) / Private Hire Car Driver's Vocational Licence (PDVL)

A

Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS)
Certificate of Freedom From Disease Within Singapore

A Certificate of Freedom from Disease within Singapore from Animal & Veterinary Service will be required if the country/region to which you intend to export animal/bird products requires certification that Singapore is free from specific animal disease(s) of concern, to facilitate the export.

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Free Sale Certificate (Non Food Producing Animal Feed)

For Business Users

This certificate allows exporters to obtain an endorsement for their animal feed products meant for non-food producing animals intended for export.

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Free Sale Certificate (Vaccine)

For Business Users

The Free Sale Certificate for Vaccine allows exporters to get Animal & Veterinary Service endorsement for their vaccine intended for export.

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Health Certificate for Export of Ornamental Fish

The Health Certificate for Export of Ornamental Fish is issued by Animal & Veterinary Service to traders who wishes to import, export or transship ornamental fish.

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Licence for Animal Exhibition

The Licence for Animal Exhibition is issued by Animal & Veterinary Service to use a premise for animal display, exhibition, performance or distribution.

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Licence for Animal Research Facility

For Business Users

Research facilities that intends to use animals for scientific purposes to apply for and obtain a licence from NPARKS/AVS before commencement of work on animals.

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Licence for Pet Shop

For Business Users

The Licence for Pet Shop is issued by Animal & Veterinary Service to use a premise to keep or display pets for sale

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Licence for Veterinary Centre

For Business Users

A veterinary centre licence from NPARKS/AVS is required to operate and maintain a premise as a veterinary clinic or hospital.

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Licence to Import/Export/Transship for Non-Food Producing Animals, Birds, Eggs and Biologics

This licence is required if you intend to:

1) import/export/tranship live pet animals and birds;

2) import/tranship veterinary biologics*; or

3) export the carcass of any pet animal or bird.

*Please note that export of veterinary biologics does not require a licence.

For foreign Individual, you will be required to login using the SingPass Foreign Account (SFA) in order to apply for this licence.
You may click on this link to apply for a SFA account if you do not have one.

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Licence to Import or Export Ornamental Fish

The Licence to Import or Export Ornamental Fish is issued by Animal & Veterinary Service to traders who wishes to import, export or transship ornamental fish.

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Licence to Manufacture and Process Feed for Non-food Producing Animals

For Business Users

This licence is issued for the manufacture and processing of animal feed for non-food producing animals in Singapore, including pet treats such as dog biscuits, pastries or confectionary items for sale at retail outlets.

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Licence to Possess Veterinary Biologics

For Business Users

The Licence to Possess Veterinary Biologics is issued for possession and import of veterinary biologics intended for use in the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease of animals and birds, or for purposes of research in animals or birds (veterinary vaccines and pathogens are on AVS's select list, you must first obtain a Licence to Possess Veterinary Biologics). In the case of AVS regulated biologics for other purposes, a written consent may apply.

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Licence to Treat Animals and Birds

For Individual Users

A veterinary licence from NPARKS/AVS is required to practise veterinary medicine in Singapore. American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) or the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC) accredited universities are generally acceptable for licensing in Singapore as well as RCVS-accredited veterinary schools in the UK. Veterinary degrees from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and veterinary degrees from US veterinary schools (AVMA-accredited) are generally recognisable. Membership to the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (MRCVS) obtained by virtue of EU Directive 2005/36/EC is not recognised.

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Registration to Import Feed for Non-food producing animals

For Business Users

This service allows importers to register their company to import animal feed for non-food producing animals. This registration is not mandatory to facilitate import.

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Registration to Import Live Frogs for Ornamental Fish Feeding Only

For Business Users

This service allows importers to register their company to import of live frogs for ornamental fish feeding. This registration is not mandatory to facilitate the import.

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Veterinary Certificate for Food Producing Animals

The Veterinary Certificate may be issued by either Animal & Veterinary Service, a cluster of National Parks Board or Singapore Food Agency. This certificate allows exporters to get endorsement for certification of health and/or testing of the animals for diseases required by the destination country/region.

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Building and Construction Authority (BCA)
Advertising Sign/ Signboard Licence

To display any outdoor signs such as an advertisement or directional sign, signboard billboard, balloon signs or banner, you need to apply for a licence from BCA.

Click here on how to apply and here to check the display guidelines for events in the Central area.

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Amusement Rides Permit

Permits from BCA are required if you are:
- Operating a new or existing amusement ride
- Installing works for an amusement ride
- Performing modification works for an amusement ride.

Before application of permits, you are required to consult BCA. More information about pre-application consultation and the permit application process can be found here.

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Permit to Erect Temporary Building

A person/owner who intends to erect any temporary/makeshift structure is required to apply for a Temporary Building Permit. The application must reach BCA 3 weeks before the construction of the temporary building.

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Structural and Building Plans Requirements for Rooftop Solar PV Installation

Your Qualified Person (QP) has to apply for approval of structural and building plans to BCA through CORENET if the proposed works involve any of the following: (a) structural strengthening*; (b) any plinth, platform or other base erected for the purpose of supporting the solar panels that exceed a height of 2.5m; (c) the solar panels also function as a roof shelter, covering an area that exceeds 10 square metres; or (d) any other new building works, as defined under the Building Control Act.

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Board of Architects (BOA)
Licence to Supply Architectural Services

For providing architectural services that require submission of plans and certificates to authorities regulating buildings.

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C

Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)
Air Operator Certificate

Any organisation whose principal place of business is in Singapore and which intends to operate aircraft for the purpose of public transport shall hold an Air Operator Certificate (AOC).

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Air Traffic Controller Licence

All qualified ATCOs shall be in possession of a valid air traffic controller licence before they can provide any air traffic service. A person shall not provide an air traffic control service unless he holds an air traffic control licence with a valid rating and a current medical certificate.

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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

An Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) is a certified professional who is licensed by CAAS and authorised by a CAAS-approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) to carry out inspection, repair, testing and/or maintenance work on aircraft and aircraft components.

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Aircraft Maintenance Organisation

For Business Users

Any Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) company which intends to provide its services to an owner and/or operator of a Singapore registered aircraft will need to hold the Singapore Airworthiness Requirements Part 145 (SAR-145) - Maintenance Organisation Approval.

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Clearance for Aerial Photography/Videography

To conduct any aerial photography / videography flights, a clearance from CAAS is required. In addition, the applicant / operator shall undertake to ensure that the aerial photography flight is conducted in compliance with all legislative and operational requirements and any safety conditions as stated by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS).

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Clearance for Erection of Cranes and Tall Construction Machinery

Development of buildings, use of tall construction machineries such as cranes can potentially affect safety of air navigation either due to the close proximity between the structure and an overflying aircraft, or the structure may cause an obstruction along the flight path. As such, prior clearance needs to be sought from CAAS before interests parties carry out the erection of cranes and tall construction machineries.

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Clearance for Ship Crossing

The conduct of ship crossing can potentially affect safety of air navigation either due to the close proximity between the vessel and an overflying aircraft, or the vessel may cause an obstruction along the flight path. As such, prior clearance needs to be sought from CAAS before interests parties carry any ship crossings to the North and South of Changi Airport.

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Flight Crew Licence

A flight crew licence is required before you can operate as a pilot of a Singapore-registered aircraft. Various categories of such licences, and their associated ratings, determine the type of aircraft and flights that you can operate in Singapore.

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Permit for Aerial Activities

Some aerial activities can potentially pose a hazard to air navigation, either due to the close proximity between an object in the air and an overflying aircraft, or an object may cause an obstruction along the flight path. As such, prior clearance needs to be sought from CAAS before interested parties carry out such activities.

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Permit to fly

A permit to fly may be issued for the purpose of: a.Relocating the aircraft to a base where repairs, modification or maintenance are to be performed. b.Delivering or exporting the aircraft. c.Evacuating the aircraft from an area of impending danger, or in cases of force majeure. d.Flying aircraft that does not have a valid Certificate of Airworthiness in Singapore airspace for such purposes as flight test, post-maintenance functional flight check, aircraft handling flights,etc.

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Permits for Carriage of Dangerous Goods

The permit issued by CAAS applies to all civil aircraft flying to, from or over the Republic of Singapore and to Singapore registered aircraft wherever they may be. This permit, if given, is subject to air operators’ compliance with ICAO Annex 18 and the latest edition of the ICAO Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air.

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Council for Estate Agencies (CEA)
Estate Agent Licence and Salesperson Registration

To conduct estate agency work such as marketing, buying, selling and/or leasing properties for third parties.

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Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB)
Company Registration (CR)

For Business Users

To apply CNB Permits for import / export / transhipment of CNB controlled precursors, CNB will then issue an import / export permit to effect the shipment.

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Permit Administration and Control System (PATROL)

For Business Users

PATROL is to provide a One-Stop e-Service to allow Traders to perform all transactions pertaining to permit declarations and to align to Government’s direction to move towards Electronic Services.

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Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA)
Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for IoT (Level 1)

The Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for IoT is launched by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) as part of efforts to improve Internet of Things (IoT) security, raise overall cyber hygiene levels and better secure Singapore's Cyberspace.

Under the scheme, smart consumer devices will be rated according to their levels of cybersecurity provisions, and a label will be issued to the smart device, enabling consumers to identify smart products with better cybersecurity provisions.

For more information, please visit https://www.csa.gov.sg/cls or kindly contact cls_iot@csa.gov.sg

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Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for IoT (Level 2)

The Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for IoT is launched by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) as part of efforts to improve Internet of Things (IoT) security, raise overall cyber hygiene levels and better secure Singapore's Cyberspace.

Under the scheme, smart consumer devices will be rated according to their levels of cybersecurity provisions, and a label will be issued to the smart device, enabling consumers to identify smart products with better cybersecurity provisions.

For more information, please visit https://www.csa.gov.sg/cls or kindly contact cls_iot@csa.gov.sg

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Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for IoT (Level 3)

The Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for IoT is launched by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) as part of efforts to improve Internet of Things (IoT) security, raise overall cyber hygiene levels and better secure Singapore's Cyberspace.

Under the scheme, smart consumer devices will be rated according to their levels of cybersecurity provisions, and a label will be issued to the smart device, enabling consumers to identify smart products with better cybersecurity provisions.

For more information, please visit https://www.csa.gov.sg/cls or kindly contact cls_iot@csa.gov.sg

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Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for IoT (Level 4)

The Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for IoT is launched by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) as part of efforts to improve Internet of Things (IoT) security, raise overall cyber hygiene levels and better secure Singapore's Cyberspace.

Under the scheme, smart consumer devices will be rated according to their levels of cybersecurity provisions, and a label will be issued to the smart device, enabling consumers to identify smart products with better cybersecurity provisions.

For more information, please visit https://www.csa.gov.sg/cls or kindly contact cls_iot@csa.gov.sg

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Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for Medical Devices (Level 1)

The Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for Medical Devices (CLS(MD)) is a joint initiative by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), Ministry of Health (MOH), Health Sciences Authority (HSA), and Synapxe as part of efforts to improve medical device cybersecurity.

Under the voluntary CLS(MD), medical devices are rated according to 4 levels of cybersecurity provisions and assessments. The cybersecurity label for medical devices would provide an indication of the level of security in medical devices. The scheme seeks to incentivise manufacturers to adopt a security-by-design approach, and to enable consumers and healthcare providers to make more informed decisions about the use of such devices.

For more information, please visit https://www.csa.gov.sg/cls-md or kindly contact cls_md@csa.gov.sg

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Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for Medical Devices (Level 2)

The Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for Medical Devices (CLS(MD)) is a joint initiative by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), Ministry of Health (MOH), Health Sciences Authority (HSA), and Synapxe as part of efforts to improve medical device cybersecurity.

Under the voluntary CLS(MD), medical devices are rated according to 4 levels of cybersecurity provisions and assessments. The cybersecurity label for medical devices would provide an indication of the level of security in medical devices. The scheme seeks to incentivise manufacturers to adopt a security-by-design approach, and to enable consumers and healthcare providers to make more informed decisions about the use of such devices.

For more information, please visit https://www.csa.gov.sg/cls-md or kindly contact cls_md@csa.gov.sg

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Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for Medical Devices (Level 3)

The Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for Medical Devices (CLS(MD)) is a joint initiative by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), Ministry of Health (MOH), Health Sciences Authority (HSA), and Synapxe as part of efforts to improve medical device cybersecurity.

Under the voluntary CLS(MD), medical devices are rated according to 4 levels of cybersecurity provisions and assessments. The cybersecurity label for medical devices would provide an indication of the level of security in medical devices. The scheme seeks to incentivise manufacturers to adopt a security-by-design approach, and to enable consumers and healthcare providers to make more informed decisions about the use of such devices.

For more information, please visit https://www.csa.gov.sg/cls-md or kindly contact cls_md@csa.gov.sg

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Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for Medical Devices (Level 4)

The Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for Medical Devices (CLS(MD)) is a joint initiative by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), Ministry of Health (MOH), Health Sciences Authority (HSA), and Synapxe as part of efforts to improve medical device cybersecurity.

Under the voluntary CLS(MD), medical devices are rated according to 4 levels of cybersecurity provisions and assessments. The cybersecurity label for medical devices would provide an indication of the level of security in medical devices. The scheme seeks to incentivise manufacturers to adopt a security-by-design approach, and to enable consumers and healthcare providers to make more informed decisions about the use of such devices.

For more information, please visit https://www.csa.gov.sg/cls-md or kindly contact cls_md@csa.gov.sg

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Cybersecurity Services Regulation Office (CSRO)
Managed Security Operations Centre (SOC) Monitoring Service Licence

For application of the Penetration Testing Service Licence

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Penetration Testing Services Licence (PTS)

For application of the Penetration Testing Service Licence

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E

Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA)
Early Childhood Development Centre Licence

For Business Users

All Early Childhood Development Centres (ECDCs) are required to obtain a licence under the Early Childhood Development Centres Act and Regulations.

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Economic Development Board (EDB)
Certificate of Registration Under The Control of Manufacture Act

For Business Users

Any person that intends to manufacture COMA-scheduled goods or their parts thereof would need to apply to be registered under the COMA.

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Licence Under The Manufacture of Optical Discs Act

For Business Users

Any person that intends to manufacture optical discs as defined under the Manufacture of Optical Discs Act “MODA” in Singapore, for sale or other commercial purpose, must first obtain a valid MODA license from the Registrar of Optical Discs.

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Energy Market Authority (EMA)
Electricity Generation

For Business Users

Required for electricity generation (≥10 MW) and for trading in wholesale electricity market.

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Electricity Retailer

For Business Users

Required for the retail of electricity to contestable customers.

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Electricity Wholesaler

For Business Users

Required for trading in wholesale electricity market through electricity generated or load reduction.

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Gas Shipper, Retailer or Importer

For Business Users

Required for the importation, transportation or retailing of natural gas via gas pipeline network.

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Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG)
Representative Office

For Business Users

Foreign entities that are keen to explore opportunities in the region may wish to set up a Representative Office (RO) in Singapore.

Foreign entities from the manufacturing, international trading, wholesale, trade and trade-related business sectors that are keen on exploring the viability of doing business in Singapore or are interested in using Singapore as a launch pad into the Asia Pacific, may wish to set-up a Representative Office (RO). By setting up an RO, it allows a foreign entity to assess the business environment in Singapore before deciding to set up a permanent establishment.

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Rubber Licence (Dealer)

For Business Users

For dealing in, treating and storing of natural rubber.

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Rubber Licence (Manufacturer)

For Business Users

For dealing in, treating and storing of natural rubber.

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Rubber Licence (Packer)

For Business Users

For dealing in, treating and storing of natural rubber.

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Rubber Licence (Shipper)

For Business Users

For dealing in, treating and storing of natural rubber.

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Housing & Development Board (HDB)
Application for Changes (HDB Commercial Properties)

HDB Commercial Tenants may apply for change in trade/partner(s)/business mode, transfer or renting out their properties. HDB Commercial Owners may apply for renting out their living quarters.

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Application for Resale/Transfer of HDB Commercial Properties

HDB commercial premises can now lodge / or apply for their resale / transfer depending on the nature of each request.

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Change of Company’s Name for HDB Commercial Tenants

For Business Users

Applicable to HDB commercial tenants who change their company's name and no change in your business constitution including but not limited to:
1. Unique Entity Number (UEN) i.e. Business Registration Number,
2. Shareholding (where applicable),
3. Mode of Business,
4. Partnership structure where the Tenant is a partnership or a limited liability partnership and
5. Trade.
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Home Office Scheme (HDB)

HDB's Home Office Scheme is applicable for HDB residential flats and living quarters of the HDB commercial property. Only the owner(s) or other authorised persons approved by HDB to stay in the flat or living quarters (i.e. authorised occupier / tenants) are allowed to apply for the Home Office Scheme (HOS).

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Hotels Licensing Board (HLB)
Certificate of Registration and Hotel-keeper’s Licence

For Business Users

For premises with 4 or more rooms to carry out the business of providing accommodation as a hotel.

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Health Sciences Authority (HSA)
Tobacco Retail Licence

For Business Users

For the retail of tobacco products.

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I

Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)
Aircraft Station Licence

For installing and operating of radio communication equipment on board of Singapore registered aircraft.

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Amateur Station Licence

You should apply for an Amateur Station Licence if you are a qualified radio amateur intending to operate radio-communication equipment solely for pleasure and for the furtherance of radio-communication techniques and not for pecuniary gain.

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Application for Confirmation of Conformity (COFC)

For Business Users

Application is for equipment suppliers to apply for Confirmation of Conformity (COFC) for telecommunication equipment under which no approval for sale is required (exempted equipment).

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Arts Entertainment Licence

The provision of publicly-accessible Arts entertainment events such as plays, stand-up comedies, dance performances, music performances (such as variety shows and concerts), art exhibitions and literary readings (such as play-readings and poetry-readings), require an Arts Entertainment licence unless exempted. Find out more here.

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Computer Online Service Licence

For Business Users

The ONLS Licence is for a service that propagates, promotes, or discusses political or religious issues relating to Singapore on the World Wide Web through the Internet, and which met the reach and content criteria.

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Enhanced Simplified Equipment Registration (ESER)

For Business Users

Equipment registration under the Enhanced Simplified Equipment Registration (ESER) Scheme is for equipment suppliers who wish to register short range/low power devices (SRD/LPD) and complex multi-line equipment.

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Exhibition of Telecommunication Equipment (with Frequency)

For operate radio frequency during an exhibition on a short term basis.

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Exhibition of Telecommunication Equipment (without Frequency)

For displaying of telecommunication equipment during an exhibition on a short term basis.

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Experimental Station Licence

For Business Users

For conducting research and development activities, testing, experiments or demonstrations in radio communications/radio communications equipment.

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Express Letter Services (Class) Licence

For Business Users

For providing services such as conveying, receiving, collecting, sending, dispatching or delivering local or international of express letter weighing up to 500 grams.

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Facilities-based Operations Licence

For Business Users

Applicants intending to deploy its own network/services it intends to operate/offer in Singapore will require a Facilities-based Operations (FBO) Licence from Info-communications Media Authority (IMDA).

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Film (Distribution/Exhibition) Licence

For Business Users

For distributing films (including videotapes, VCDs and DVDs but excluding cinematograph films). For exhibiting films (including cinematograph films, videotapes, VCDs and DVDs) that are classified R21, M18 and NC16.

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Fixed Wireless Network

For Business Users

For establishing and providing Fixed Wireless Network (such as use of multiple high power base or fixed station within a cluster).

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General Equipment Registration (GER)

For Business Users

Equipment registration under the General Equipment Registration (GER) Scheme is mandatory for equipment suppliers who wish to register Mobile/IoT Base Station/Repeater System, Landmobile radio/walkie-talkie, TV White Space devices, UWB, DSRC, IoT Base Station, RFID > 500 mW, etc. GER scheme is also optional for equipment categories that falls under SER/ESER scheme where applicant may opt for IMDA to evaluate the test reports instead of self-declaration. However this will be subject to registr…

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General Equipment Registration by Certification Bodies (GER-CB)

For Individual Users

Registration under General Equipment Registration by Certification Bodies is applicable only to authorised CB applicant under MRA Phase II for IMDA recognised Certification Bodies.

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General Radio-communication Station Licence

For Business Users

You should apply for a General Radio-communication Station Licence to transmit and receive radio-communication messages by any of the following means:
- Aeronautical Station
- Base or Fixed Station
- Base or Fixed Station (Spectrum)*
- Coast Station
- Fixed Link or Relay Station
- Fixed Link or Relay Station (Spectrum)*
- Free Space Optics (FSO)
- Mobile Station
- Mobile Station (Spectrum)*
- Radiodetermination Station
- These licences are only applicable to Facilities Based Operation (FBO) licensees who are granted with Spectrum Rights.
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Localised Private Network (Multi-Channel Radiocom Networks and Systems)

For Business Users

For operating a multi-channel radio-communication network (such as walkie talkie network) on a shared-use basis and within a localised area.

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Localised Private Network Licence

For Business Users

You should apply for a Localised Private Network Licence if you intend to operate a radio-communication network (such as walkie talkie network) within a localised area. This means the coverage of the network is confined to a specific location.

Examples of a localised area include:
- A compound (including buildings, roads and car parks) within the same postal code.
- A construction site within one land lot number.
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Localised Radio-Communication Station Licence

This licence is required for the operation of short-range devices, remote control devices, local area paging devices, transceivers (CB walkie talkies), telemetry or alarm systems, or both, wireless data or voice systems (e.g., wireless LAN), and any other radio-communication equipment as may be authorised by the Info-communications Media Development Authority (IMDA).

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Nationwide TV Service Licence

For Business Users

To apply for Nationwide TV Licence(s)

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Newspaper Permit

For publishing or printing a local periodical; selling or distributing a Malaysian periodical; and selling or distributing an offshore newspaper (300 copies or more).

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Niche Television Service Licence

For Business Users

The Niche Television Service Licence is for service providers targeting specific niche market segments.

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Postal Services Operations Licence

For Business Users

Applicants intending to provide the conveyance of letters weighing 500g and below, including the incidental services of receiving, collecting, sorting, sending, despatching and delivering letters.

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Printing Press Licence

For Business Users

For operating a press in Singapore to print documents such as pamphlets, maps, charts, newspapers and magazines but not invoices, name cards, letter heads, etc.

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Public Mobile Network Licence

For Business Users

You should apply for a Public Mobile Network Licence if you intend to set up a public mobile network to establish and provide telecommunication services to public.

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Radio Service Licence

For Business Users

To apply for Radio Service Licence(s).

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Registration for Internet Access Service Providers and Resellers Class Licence

For Business Users

For providing internet access services to all or part of the public (includes any single building, institution, residential or commercial complex but does not include provision to a person’s own employees for use within the person’s firm or corporation).

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Registration Form C for Class Licensable Broadcasting Services

For the provision of a website/s with political or religious content.

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Satellite Communication Station Licence

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This licence is required for transmitting and/or receiving messages or data by means of satellite communications, as well as the installation or operation of a satellite or earth station.

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Services-Based Operator (Class) Licence

For Business Users

For leasing telecommunication network elements from any Facilities-Based Operator (FBO) licensed by the Info-communications Media Development Authority(IMDA) so as to provide their own telecommunication services or to resell the telecommunication services of FBOs or Services-Based Operators (SBOs) to third parties.

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Services-Based Operator (Individual) Licence

For Business Users

For leasing telecommunication network elements from any Facilities-Based Operator (FBO) licensed by the Info-communications Media Development Authority(IMDA) so as to provide their own telecommunication services or to resell the telecommunication services of FBOs or Services-Based Operators (SBOs) to third parties.

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Ship Station Licence

You should apply for a Ship Station Licence if you have radio-communication equipment installed on board ships registered in Singapore.

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Ship Station Operator’s Certificate of Competency

For Individual Users

You should apply for a Ship Station Operator’s Certificate of Competency if you wish to operate all the sub-systems and equipment of Global Maritime Distress and Safety Systems on board a Singapore registered ship:
- General Operator’s Certificate (GOC)
- Restricted Operator’s Certificate (ROC)
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Simplified Equipment Registration (SER)

For Business Users

Equipment registration under the Simplified Equipment Registration (SER) Scheme is for equipment suppliers who wish to register Mobile Terminals (LTE/3G/GMPCS) or Broadband Access Equipment (ADSL, Cable Modem and CCHN).

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Special Purpose Station

For operating and possession of radio communication equipment which does not fall under any licence category.

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Subscription International Television Service Licence

For Business Users

For maintaining and operating an international TV broadcasting service for the purpose of transmitting programmes to other Countries/Regions through the lease of transponder(s) on satellites and / or fibre.

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Technical Trial (with use of Frequency)

For establishing and conduct a proof of concept using radio frequency on a short term basis.

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Technical Trial (without Frequency)

For establishing and conduct a proof of concept without using radio frequency on a short term basis.

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Telecommunication Cable Detection Worker Class Licence

For Individual Users

For providing services of detecting telecommunication cables before conducting any earthwork.

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Telecommunication Dealer’s (Class) Licence

For Business Users

For the manufacture, import, hire, sale, offer or possession for sale of any approved (by way of registration) telecommunication equipment or equipment set out in the First Schedule of the Telecommunication (Dealers) Regulations (the “Regulations”).

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Telecommunication Dealer’s (Individual) Licence

For Business Users

For the manufacture, import, hire, sale, offer or possession for sale of any approved telecommunication equipment or equipment set out in the First Schedule of the Telecommunication (Dealers) Regulations (the “Regulations”) and includes the manufacture, import and sale of non- approved equipment for the sole purpose of re-export.

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Telecommunication Wiring Contractor’s (Class) Licence

For Business Users

For performing telecommunication wiring works.

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Telecommunication Wiring Installer’s Licence

For Individual Users

For performing or carrying out personally installation or internal telecommunication wiring works.

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Temporary Use of Radio Frequency

For operation of radio frequency on a temporary basis.

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TV Receive-Only System Licence

For Business Users

The Info-communications Media Development Authority issues TV Receive-Only (TVRO) System Licences to organisations that need to access time sensitive information for business decisions. These organisations include financial institutions endorsed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), commercial institutions endorsed by the Economic Development Board (EDB) or IE Singapore, media organisations endorsed by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI), foreign embassies endorsed by…

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Wide-Area Private Network Licence

For Business Users

This licence is required for establishing and providing Wide Area Private Network services (such as the use of walkie-talkie services within a non-localised area), as well as the operation of high power radio communication equipment on an island-wide scale.

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Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS)
Patent Agent Form A (Registration as a Singapore Patent Agent)

For Individual Users

Application for Registration as a Singapore Patent Agent under rule 7(1) of the Patents (Patent Agents) Rules 2001.

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Patent Agent Form C (Application for a Practising Certificate)

For Individual Users

Application for a Practising Certificate under rule 9(1) of the Patents (Patent Agents) Rules 2001.

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Patent Agent Form H (Registration /Renewal of Registration as a Foreign Patent Agent)

For Individual Users

Application for Registration as a Foreign Patent Agent under rule 10B or for Renewal of Registration as a Foreign Patent Agent under Rule 10C of the Patents (Patent Agents) Rules 2001.

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Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS)
Appraiser’s Licence (Lands and Buildings)

For Individual Users

This application allows you to apply for new licence to appraise lands and buildings in Singapore.

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Land Transport Authority (LTA)
Application for Change of Use and Parking Layout to Existing Developments

For Business Users

Submission to obtain approval/clearance for Change of Use proposals and proposed Addition/Alteration of existing parking places and lots.

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Building Works & Restricted Activities in Railway Protection Zone

For Business Users

Required for any development or building works within the railway corridor and railway protection zone.

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Bus Driver’s Vocational Licence (BDVL) / Bus Attendant Vocational Licence (BAVL)

A Bus Driver’s Vocational Licence (BDVL) is needed before a person can drive a bus and a Bus Attendant’s Vocational Licence (BAVL) is needed before a person can be a bus attendant on a school bus. Vocational licences granted by the LTA ensure that drivers are properly trained. They also bring an improved professional image to the different professions.

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Class 2 Bus Service Licence

For the operation of a fare-charging scheduled bus service.

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Display of Vertical Banners on Public Street Lamp Posts

For Business Users

The displaying of vertical banners on the lamp posts within Public Street is only allowed for national events, major festivals (E.g. National Day, Christmas Day, Hari Raya Puasa, Deepavali, Chinese New Year etc.) and events supported or organised by a relevant government agency.

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Notification of Road Closure

For Business Users

Effective from 1 Nov 2010, it is mandatory for the Land Transport Authority (LTA) to be notified of any works on any roads pursuant to Section 115 of the Road Traffic Act.

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Omnibus Driver’s Vocational Licence

For Business Users

Apply for this licence to be an omnibus driver. The licence is valid only while the holder is an omnibus driver with a public transport operator.

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Permit for Vehicle Movement

For Business Users

Effective from 1 Nov 2010, the administration of vehicles which exceed the width and length requirements is transferred from Traffic Police to Land Transport Authority (LTA). This will be managed by LTA through LTA.PROMPT, together with the notification regime for overweight vehicles.

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Permit to Work on Public Streets

For Business Users

An application has to be submitted to the Authority for permission to carry out works on public streets after the necessary pre-consultation approvals have been obtained from the relevant authorities or agencies.

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Taxi Driver’s Vocational Licence (TDVL) / Private Hire Car Driver’s Vocational Licence (PDVL)

For Individual Users

A Taxi Driver’s Vocational Licence (TDVL) is needed before a person can drive a taxi and a Private Hire Car Driver’s Vocational Licence (PDVL) is needed before a person can drive a private hire car. Vocational licences granted by the LTA ensure that drivers are properly trained. They also bring an improved professional image to the different professions.ard via registered mail.

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N

National Council of Social Service (NCSS)
Fund raising Permit

Under the House to House and Streets Collection Act, all public fund-raising activities that involve house-to-house and street collections are required to be licensed by the Singapore Police Force’s Licensing Division.

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National Environment Agency (NEA)
Application for Registration of Public Health Pesticide & Repellents Against Vectors

For Business Users

All Public Health Pesticide/Repellent Products intended for use against the five vectors (namely mosquitos, flies, cockroaches, rodents and rat fleas) have to be registered prior to local sales in Singapore under the Control of Vectors and Pesticides Act.

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Aquatic Facility Licence

For operating a public aquatic facility.

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Cleaning Business Licence

For Business Users

Businesses offering general cleaning services at premises or any public places will need to be licensed. Applicants should not provide cleaning services until the licence is granted.

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Environmental Control Coordinator Certificate of Registration

For Individual Users

For the application of Environmental Control Coordinator Certificate of Registration.

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Environmental Control Officer (Specific Premises) [ECO(SP)] Certificate of Registration

For Individual Users

For the application of Environmental Control Officer (Specific Premises) [ECO(SP)] Certificate of Registration

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Environmental Control Officer (Specified Construction Sites) [ECO(SCS)] Certificate of Registration

For Individual Users

For the application of Environmental Control Officer (Specified Construction Sites) [ECO(SCS)] Certificate of Registration

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Fumigation Permit

For Individual Users

Companies who have fumigators licensed by NEA to carry out fumigation by means of Hydrogen Cyanide, Methyl Bromide and/or Hydrogen Phosphide.

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Fumigator Licence

For Individual Users

For individuals wishing to become licensed fumigators.

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Funeral Parlour Licence

For Business Users

To operate a funeral parlour with embalming facilities and crematoria.

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General Waste Collector Licence

For Business Users

For collecting solid waste/refuse commercially.

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General Waste Disposal Facility Licence

For Business Users

Construct or operate a general waste disposal facility.

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Hazardous Substances (HS) Licence

For Business Users

Any person who wishes to import, use, storage and supply of hazardous substances controlled under the Environmental Protection And Management Act.

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Hazardous Substances (HS) Permit

For Business Users

Any person who wishes to purchase, store and /or use of hazardous substances controlled under the Environmental Protection And Management (Hazardous Substances) Regulations.

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Hazardous Substances (HS) Transport Approval

For Business Users

Any existing HS licence holder who wishes to transport hazardous substances in quantities exceeding those specified in the Environmental Protection And Management (Hazardous Substances) Regulations.

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IR1 - Licence to manufacture, possess for sale or deal in irradiating apparatus or radioactive materials

For Business Users

This licence is required for applicants intending to manufacture, possess for sale, supply, distribute or deal in ionising radiation irradiating apparatus, radioactive materials or devices containing radioactive materials

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IR2 - Licence to keep, possess for use (other than sale) or use irradiating apparatus or radioactive materials

For Business Users

This licence is required for applicants intending to buy, purchase, keep, store, possess for use or use ionising irradiating apparatus, radiaoctive materials or devices containing radioactive materials

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IR3 - Licence to handle and transport radioactive materials

For Business Users

This licence is required for applicants intending to handle and transport radioactive materials.

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IR4A/B - Licence to import or export a consignment of ionising irradiating apparatus

For Business Users

This licence is required for applicants intending to import or export ionising radiation irradiating apparatus.

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IR5A/B/C - Licence to import or export a consignment of radioactive materials, or to transit or tranship a consignment of nuclear material

For Business Users

IR5A/B - This licence is required for applicants intending to import or export radioactive materials or devices containing radioactive materials. IR5C - This licence is required for applicants intending to transit or tranship nuclear material.

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N1 - Licence to manufacture, possess for sale or deal in non-ionising radiation irradiating apparatus

For Business Users

Licence to manufacture, possess for sale or deal in non-ionising irradiating apparatus.

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N2 - Licence to keep, or possess for use non-ionising radiation irradiating apparatus

For Business Users

Licence to keep, possess or use non-ionising radiation irradiating apparatus

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N3 - Licence to use laser

For Individual Users

Licence to use laser

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N4A/B - Licence to import or export a consignment of non-ionising radiation irradiating apparatus

For Business Users

Licence to import or export a consignment of non-ionising irradiating apparatus

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R1- Registration as a radiation worker

For Individual Users

This certificate is required for applicants intending to perform or carry out radiation work involving ionising radiation irradiating apparatus, radioactive materials or devices containing radioactive materials

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Toxic Industrial Waste (TIW) Collector’s Licence

For Business Users

Licence to collect, treat, and/or dispose of toxic industrial waste controlled under the Environmental Public Health (Toxic Industrial Waste) Regulations.

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Toxic Industrial Waste (TIW) Transport Approval

For Business Users

Approval to transport toxic industrial waste in an amount exceeding quantities prescribed in the Environmental Public Health (Toxic Industrial Waste) Regulations.

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Vector Control Operator Certificate

For Business Users

For the application and registration of Vector Control Operator Certificate.

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Vector Control Technician Licence

For Individual Users

Employees of Vector Control Operators would have to be licensed as Vector Control Technicians or certified as Vector Control Workers to conduct any vector control activity.

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Vector Control Worker Certificate

For Individual Users

Employees of Vector Control Operators would have to be licensed as Vector Control Technicians or Vector Control Workers to conduct any vector control activity.

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Written Permission to Discharge Trade Effluent into a Watercourse

For Business Users

For factories to apply for a written permission to discharge trade effluent into a watercourse.

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National Parks Board (NPARKS)
CITES Permit

The CITES Permit allows importers, exporters and re-exporters to get National Parks Board approval for CITES specimens intended for import, export and re-export. This permit is required for both commercial consignments and personal effects.

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Non-CITES Certificate

The Non-CITES Certificate allows individual or commercial exporters/re-exporters to get National Parks Board approval for commercial export/re-export of non-CITES specimens such as non-CITES ostrich skins and its manufactured products.

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Phytosanitary Certification

This certificate facilitates the export/re-export of plants or plant products, and attests that the consignment of plants or plant products is free from specified plant pests including any additional declarations and/or treatment required, to meet requirements of the destination country.

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Pre-signed CITES Permit

A pre-signed CITES permit is issued for tourist manufactured products made from CITES reptilian/non-reptilian species, like handbags, wallets/purses, belts, key holder/chains etc. A retailer of such products may apply for pre-signed CITES permits.

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Pre-signed non-CITES Certificate

The Pre-signed non-CITES Certificate allows exporters and re-exporters to get National Parks Board approval for exporting and re-exporting tourist manufactured products made from non-CITES wildlife such as non-CITES ostrich skins and its manufactured products. A retailer of such products may apply for Pre-signed non-CITES Certificate. These permits are pre-approved with no quantity of products listed. The retailer will have to indicate on the Pre-signed non-CITES Certificate, the quantity for the items and complete the consignee details, when a walk-in customer makes a purchase.

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Stock Card Application Form

This stock card will be needed for exporter and re-exporters to facilitate their Export or Re-Export CITES permit application. For expired CITES export/re-port CITES permit, please apply for manual increment to credit the stock back to the respectively stock card.

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Usage of Premises in Parks

To use any premises in the parks for an event, you need approval from NParks.

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Professional Engineers Board (PEB)
Licence to Supply Professional Engineering Services

The Professional Engineers Act provides for professional engineers to team up with allied professionals to form multi-discipline corporations and partnerships to supply professional engineering services in Singapore. The details on multi-discipline and corporate practices are contained in Part VI of the Professional Engineers Act, and Part IV of the Professional Engineers Rules.

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Public Transport Council (PTC)
Ticket Payment Service Licence (TPSL)

For Business Users

For the provision of the ticket payment services in the transit area.

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Public Utilities Board (PUB)
Event Permit Application for Use of Reservoir

For Business Users

This is to inform all stakeholders and event organisers that they are required to seek PUB approval before holding any events or works at Marina Reservoir.

The completed Event Permit Application form and required supporting documents must be submitted in full to PUB at least five (5) weeks before event set-up. Any late or incomplete submission may result in the event not being able to take place on the scheduled date.

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Plumber Licence

For Individual Users

Application to be a Licensed Plumber to carry out water service and sanitary plumbing works.

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Written Approval for the Discharge of Trade Effluent Into the Public Sewer

For discharge of trade effluent (any liquid, including particles of matter and other substances in suspension in the liquid, which is the outflow from any trade, business or manufacture or of any works of engineering or building construction) into the public sewer.

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Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)
Application for Temporary Fire Permit / Fire Safety Certificate

A building owner may apply and obtain a Temporary Fire Permit (TFP) for a limited period to occupy or use the premises, prior to obtaining the FSC. The TFP is only issued on condition that the fire safety works of the project has been satisfactorily completed with very minor outstanding issues left to be complied with. The timeframe to obtain the FSC after issuance of the TFP will depend on the size, type and complexity of the project. Normally, a maximum of 6 months will be granted.

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Fire Certificate

For Business Users

Under the Fire Safety Act Section 35, the owner or occupier of any public buildings such as offices, hospitals, shopping complexes, industrial buildings and private residential buildings that fall within the criteria is required to apply and obtain a Fire Certificate.

For First Application and Renewal of Fire Certificate shall be made via the new application platform.

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Lodgement of Minor Addition / Alteration Works (Minor A&A)

Minor Addition / Alteration to fire safety works refers to the erection or delection of internal partitions (including alteration to fire protection system). The erection of internal partitions should only involve materials of lightweight non-combustible construction and must not affect the fire compartmentation and means of escape provisions, or pose additional fire hazard to the building.

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Petroleum & Flammable Material Import Licence

For Business Users

Any person who wishes to import petroleum or flammable materials is required to obtain an import license from SCDF.

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Petroleum & Flammable Material Pipeline Licence

The Fire Safety Act (FSA) regulates the conveyance of Petroleum and Flammable Materials (P&FM) in pipelines. Anyone who intends to convey P&FM in pipeline running outside premises boundaries is required to obtain a licence from SCDF.

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Petroleum / Flammable Materials Storage Licence

For Business Users

The Fire Safety Act (FSA) regulates the storage of petroleum and flammable materials. A licence is required for storage of highly flammable petroleum and flammable materials products with a flash point below 93 degree celsius.

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Petroleum / Flammable Materials Transportation Licence

The Fire Safety Act (FSA) regulates the transportation of petroleum and flammable materials . The petroleum and flammable materials transportation licence is to ensure that the transportation is carried out in a safe manner and that proper fire safety measures / procedures are undertaken by the licensee to ensure safety environment.

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Plan Approval for Fire Safety Works

Any person who wishes to commence or carry out any proposed fire safety works in any building shall apply in accordance with the Regulations made under the Fire Safety Act to the Fire Safety and Shelter Department (FSSD) for approval of the plans of the fire safety works. Such plans shall be prepared and submitted by Qualified Persons (QPs) who are registered architects or professional engineers.

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Submission Requirements to SCDF for Rooftop Solar PV Installation

Your Qualified Person has to apply to SCDF for fire safety approval through CORENET. SCDF’s approval has to be sought for either: a. Plan approval; or b. Minor addition and alteration (MAA) works.

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Temporary Change of Use Permit

Under Fire Safety Action Section 30, a Temporary Change of Use approval is required to erect necessary structures for exhibitions, promotions, trade fairs, carnivals or stage shows.

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Singapore Food Agency (SFA)
Export Health Certificate

For Business Users

The Export Health Certificate is issued to traders, to certify a food consignment as fit for human consumption, and meeting safety standards or other required criteria to facilitate the export of this food consignment. This certificate is only issued for food consignments manufactured or processed or packed in a food processing establishment licensed by Singapore Food Agency.

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Food Shop Licence

For the operation of a food shop where there is retail sale of food and/or beverage.

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Food Stall Licence

For the operation of a foodstall where there is retail sale of food and/or beverage in a foodshop.

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Free Sale Certificate (Animal Feed)

For Business Users

The Free Sale Certificate for Animal Feed may be issued by either Animal & Veterinary Service, a cluster of National Parks Board or Singapore Food Agency. This certificate allows exporters to get endorsement for this animal feed products intended for export.

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Free Sale Certificate (Food)

For Business Users

The Free Sale Certificate (Food) allows exporters to get Singapore Food Agency endorsement for their
- Meat and Fish products intended for export.
- Locally processed meat and fish products intended for export
- Processed food products intended for export

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Health Certificate for Export of Live Foodfish for Breeding

The Health Certificate for Export of Live Foodfish is issued by Singapore Food Agency that allows exporters to export live food fish for farming.

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Licence for Import/Export/Transhipment of Meat and Fish Products

For Business Users

Licence for Import/Export/Transhipment of Meat and Fish Products is required if Traders involved in the import/export/transshipment of meat and fish products.

Licence Pre-requisites :
1.Top Up CPF MediSave.
2.Activate UEN with Singapore Customs.
3.Submit original GIRO form.

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Licence for Import/Transhipment of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

For Business Users

Licence for Import/Transhipment of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables is required if Traders involved in the import/transshipment of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Licence Pre-requisites :
1.Top Up CPF MediSave.
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Licence to Import/Export/Transship Animals, Birds, Eggs and Biologics

The Licence to Import/Export/Transship Animals, Birds, Eggs and Biologics is issued by Singapore Food Agency. This licence is required if you intend to import/export/tranship animals, birds or their products into/out from Singapore.

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Licence to Import Poultry

For Business Users

The Licence to Import Poultry is issued to importers by Singapore Food Agency to import Broiler Chickens and Broiler Ducks.

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Licence to Import Sheep & Goats

For Business Users

The Licence to Import Sheep and Goats is issued to importers by Singapore Food Agency to import Sheep and Goats.

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Licence to Import Table Eggs

For Business Users

The Licence to Import Table Eggs is issued to importers by Singapore Food Agency to import Table Eggs.

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Licence to Manufacture and Process of Animal Feed

For Business Users

The Licence to Manufacture and Process of Animal Feed may be issued by either Animal & Veterinary Service, a cluster of National Parks Board or Singapore Food Agency. This licence is issued for the manufacture and processing of animal feed in Singapore including pet treats like dog biscuits, pastries or confectionary items for sale at retail outlets.

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Licence to Operate a Coldstore

For Business Users

In Singapore, all cold stores for meat & seafood products must be licensed by the Singapore Food Agency before they are permitted to carry out any storage for wholesale distribution.

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Licence to Operate a Food Processing Establishment

For Business Users

In Singapore, all food processing establishments must be licensed by Singapore Food Agency before they are permitted to carry out any food processing for wholesale distribution.

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Licence to Operate Slaughter-house

For Business Users

In Singapore, all slaughter-houses must be licensed by the Singapore Food Agency before they are permitted to carry out any food processing or storage for wholesale distribution.

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Permit for Temporary Fair

This licence is required for the operation of a makeshift stall and sale of food and/or goods at temporary fairs.

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Registration of Food Storage Warehouses

For Business Users

In Singapore, all food storage warehouse must be licensed by the Singapore Food Agency before they are permitted to carry out any storage for wholesale distribution.

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Registration to Import Animal Feed

For Business Users

The Registration to Import Animal Feed may be issued by either Animal & Veterinary Service, a cluster of National Parks Board or Singapore Food Agency. This registration is issued to importers to import animal feed.

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Registration to Import Live Frogs for Human Consumption

For Business Users

The Registration to Import Live Frogs for Human Consumption is issued by Singapore Food Agency. This registration is issued to importers to import live frogs intended for human consumption.

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Registration to Import Processed Food Products and Food Appliances

For Business Users

Registration to Import Processed Food Products and Food Appliances is required if Traders involve in the import of processed food (not containing meat and fish products, fresh fruits and vegetables) and food appliances.

Licence Pre-requisites :
1.Top Up CPF MediSave.
2.Activate UEN with Singapore Customs.
3.Submit original GIRO form.

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Rice Licence

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A licence is required to import (into Singapore or Singapore Free Trade Zone), re-export and carry on wholesale dealings in rice.

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Supermarket Licence

For the operation of a supermarket with the sale / preparation of raw and cooked foods.

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Temporary Fair Stall Licence

Makeshift stall in a temporary fair.

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Veterinary Certificate for Food Producing Animals

The Veterinary Certificate may be issued by either Animal & Veterinary Service, a cluster of National Parks Board or Singapore Food Agency. This certificate allows exporters to get endorsement for certification of health and/or testing of the animals for diseases required by the destination country/region.

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Singapore Land Authority (SLA)
Application of Registering Property

For Business Users

If you wish to purchase Company’s Insolvency report, send legal requisitions to relevant government agencies and request for Property Information of to speed up the process of conveyancing transactions.

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Temporary Occupation Licences

SLA rents out vacant State lands and buildings through Temporary Occupation Licences (TOLs) and Tenancy Agreements (TAs). TOLs are generally for a short fixed term or can be on a monthly or yearly renewable basis. TAs are for fixed terms, up to a maximum of three years per term.

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Singapore Police Force (SPF)
Amendment to Existing Employee Record (Update Details of Registered Employee)

For Business Users

Under the Arms and Explosives Act 1913, an approval is required for any employee employed by a Licensed company to handle any Guns or Explosives.

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Approval for a Blasting Operation

For Business Users

To conduct blasting operation using explosives, you will need to be licensed under the Arms and Explosives Act.

You will need to obtain the approval from the Licensing Officer before commencing the blasting operation.

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Approval for Debt Collector

For Business Users

This is for persons to apply for approval to work as debt collectors. This application must be made jointly with all the debt collection businesses that the applicant intends to work for and an approval must be obtained before they may carry out debt collection activities. The applicant shall submit the application for approval via the GoBusiness portal.

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Approval to conduct a Fireworks Display

For Business Users

To execute a fireworks display, you will need to be licensed under the Arms and Explosives Act and also be exempt under the Dangerous Fireworks Act (DFA).

For each fireworks display event, you will need to submit a notification to the Authorised Officer under the DFA.

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Class 5 - Temporary Liquor Licence

Under the Liquor Control (Supply and Consumption) Act 2015, any supply of liquor in Singapore will require a liquor licence issued by the Licensing Officer. “Liquor” is defined as a beverage and or substance, containing more than 0.5% ethanol by mass or volume.

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Explosive Licence

Under the Arms and Explosives Act 1913, a licence is required for the possession, control, supply, manufacture of explosives, or to conduct fireworks displays, blasting, or disposal of explosives. For example, buying, selling, trading, importing, exporting, or disposing of unwanted or expired explosives.

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Explosive Precursor Licence

Under the Arms and Explosives Act 1913, a licence is required for the Possession, Control, Supply, Manufacture or Storage of Explosive Precursors

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Gun or Weapon Licence

Under the Arms and Explosives Act 1913, a licence is required for the possession, control, supply, repair, or manufacture of a gun or weapon, or to operate an armoury or a shooting range. This licence is also required for dealing in weapons such as swords, daggers, bayonets, spears, or spearheads.

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House to House and Street Collections Licence

For Business Users

A House to House and Street Collections licence (HHSC) is required if one promotes a collection by way of appealing to the public, made by means of visits from house to house or of soliciting in streets or other places or by both such means, for money or other property.

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Licence for Debt Collection Business

For Business Users

This is for persons who wish to apply for a debt collection business licence. Under the Debt Collection Act 2022, a licence may be required when the business involves debt collection, e.g. collecting debt from a debtor on behalf of another person.

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Licence to Import or Export Explosive Precursors

Under the Arms and Explosives Act 1913, a Licence to Import or Export is required for the import or export of any Guns, Explosives, Explosive Precursors, Weapons or Noxious Substances.

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Licence to Remove Explosives

Under the Arms and Explosives Act 1913, a Licence to Transport is required for the transport of any Guns, Explosives or Explosive Precursors.

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Licence to Import or Export for Weapons

Under the Arms and Explosives Act 1913, a Licence to Import or Export is required for the import or export of any Guns, Explosives, Explosive Precursors, Weapons or Noxious Substances.

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Licence to Import, Export or Purchase Arms

Under the Arms and Explosives Act 1913, a Licence to Import or Export is required for the import or export of any Guns, Explosives, Explosive Precursors, Weapons or Noxious Substances.

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Licence to Import, Export or Purchase Explosives

Under the Arms and Explosives Act 1913, a Licence to Import or Export is required for the import or export of any Guns, Explosives, Explosive Precursors, Weapons or Noxious Substances.

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Liquor Consumption Permit

For Individual Users

Consumption of liquor in all public places is restricted daily from 10.30 pm to 7.00 am. In addition, Little India and Geylang are designated as Liquor Control Zones where there will be additional restrictions on consumption of liquor in public from: (a) 7.00 am on Saturday to 7.00 am on Monday (b) 7.00 pm on eve of a Public Holiday to 7.00 am on the day after a Public Holiday

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Liquor Licence - Extension of Operating Hours

For Business Users

An extension hours liquor licence always rides on a valid liquor licence or temporary liquor licence. It cannot be valid by itself, without an accompanying liquor licence or temporary liquor licence. The extension hours period applied for can only be within the validity period of the liquor licence. An applicant may apply for both a new liquor/temporary liquor licence, and extension hours liquor licence at the same time.

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Liquor Licence (Class 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4)

Under the Liquor Control (Supply and Consumption) Act 2015, any supply of liquor in Singapore will require a liquor licence issued by the Licensing Officer. “Liquor” is defined as a beverage and or substance, containing more than 0.5% ethanol by mass or volume.

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Massage Establishment Licence

For Business Users

Under the Massage Establishments (ME) Act, a ME licence is required if any premises is used or intended to be used for the receiption or treatment of persons seeking massage, unless otherwise exempted. Massage is defined as the act of rubbing, kneading, or manipulating the human body or any part of it, by any person (whether or not using any hand-held equipment), for the purpose of relaxing muscle tension, stimulating circulation, increasing suppleness or otherwise.

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Notice of Intention to Organise an Event

As stipulated in the Public Order Act 2017, event organisers are required to submit to the Police a Notice of Intention to Organise an Event if they expect the number of people participating in or attending the event to exceed the following crowd size at any time during the event:

Public events: 5,000 people Private events: 10,000 people

Please note that the notice must be submitted no less than 28 days before the event. Upon receiving the Notice, the Police will assess the information provided and inform the event organiser whether the event is declared to be a Special Event and work with the event organiser to implement appropriate security measures for the event. Should the application not be submitted within 28 days, it may not be processed in time and event cannot proceed.

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Notification to Police of Exempted Massage Establishment

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Under the Massage Establishment Act Cap 173, a massage establishment licence is required if any premises is used or intended to be used for the reception or treatment of persons requiring massage, manicure, chiropody, light, electric, vapour or other baths or other similar treatment, unless otherwise exempted.

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Police Permit for Assembly or Procession

Under the Public Order Act, a Police Permit is required for an assembly, procession or public talk that is held by one or more persons in a public place if the intention is to: (a) Demonstrate support for or opposition to the views or actions of any person, group of persons or any government; (b) Publicise a cause or campaign; or (c) Mark or commemorate any event.

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Police Permit for Public Talk

Under the Public Order Act, a Police Permit is required for an assembly, procession or public talk that is held by one or more persons in a public place, if the intention is to: (a) Demonstrate support for or opposition to the views or actions of any person, group of persons or any government; (b) Publicise a cause or campaign; or (c) Mark or commemorate any event.

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Private Investigation Agency Licence

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Companies are required to have a Private Investigation Agency (PIA) Licence if they are providing private investigation services and taking on assignments as defined in Section 5 of the Private Security Industry Act Cap 2007. Only Companies with Private Investigation Agency (PIA) licence can accept assignments from clients.

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Private Investigator Licence

For Individual Users

A “private investigator” means any individual who, for reward, carries out any of the following functions: (a) obtaining and giving information about any person; (b) searching for missing persons; (c) obtaining and giving information as to the cause and origin of or responsibility for any fire, libel, loss or accident or any damage to real or personal property; (d) obtaining and giving information as to the location or recovery of lost or stolen property; or (e) Obtaining evidence to be used…

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Public Entertainment Licence

Unless exempted, a public entertainment or arts entertainment licence is required under the Public Entertainments (PEA) Act 1958, for any entertainment that is provided in any place to which the public or any class of public has access, whether gratuitously or otherwise. Any person who provides or assists in providing any public entertainment without a license shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $10,000.

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Public Entertainment Licence - Notification to Police of Exempted Public Entertainments or Arts Entertainment

Licence is not required for the listed public entertainments or arts entertainment activities provided that the organiser adheres to the exemption conditions. Otherwise, organiser is to apply for the appropriate public entertainment or arts entertainment licence.

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Registered In-House Employer

An “In-house Employer” means any individual authorised by his/her company in employing a licensed security officer to perform the job functions of a security officer at their own premises.

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Secondhand Goods and Dealers Licence

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Dealers who deal in the secondhand goods listed in the Schedule are required to register with Police before commencing operations. The registration will be based on the location where the dealing in secondhand goods takes place. If the business operations comprise several branches or Uniform Resource Locator (URLs for Internet dealing) or different points of dealing in secondhand goods (for itinerant businesses), each branch, URL or point of dealing will require a separate registration.

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Security Agency Licence

For Business Users

Companies are required to have Security Agency (SA) Licence if they are providing security officers to their clients as defined in Section 13 of the Private Security Industry Act Cap 250A. Only Companies with Security Agency (SA) licence can accept assignments from clients.

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Security Clearance for Special Worker (Add New Employee)

For Business Users

Under the Arms and Explosives Act 1913, an approval is required for any employee employed by a Licensed company to handle any Guns or Explosives.

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Security Officer Licence

For Individual Users

A “security officer” means any individual who, for reward, carries out any of the following functions: a) patrolling or guarding another person’s property (including cash in transit) by a physical means (which may involve the use of patrol dogs) or by electronic means; b) keeping the property (including cash in transit) of another person under surveillance, including for the purpose of preventing theft thereof; c) acting as a bodyguard or bouncer; or d) in respect of any public place or…

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Security Service Provider Licence

For Business Users

Only Companies with Security Service Provider (SSP) licence can provide security services or equipment. The types of security services are defined in Section 18 of the Private Security Industry Act (PSI) Cap 2007. This includes installing, maintaining repairing, servicing, designing, selling, importing or exporting of any security equipment as spelt out in the PSI’s schedule.

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Termination of Security Clearance for Special Worker (Remove Existing Employee)

For Business Users

Under the Arms and Explosives Act 1913, an approval is required for any employee employed by a Licensed company to handle any Guns or Explosives.

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Traffic Police Road Closure Permit

For the application of Road Closure Permit, Event Organisers can request for a road and/or lane closure to conduct an event on the road. All requests for road closure will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)
EduTrust Certification Scheme

For Business Users

Private education institutions can apply to be certified under the EduTrust Certification Scheme. It is a quality assurance scheme which distinguishes private schools that consistently maintain a high standard of quality in the overall provision of education services and make continual improvements that lead to positive student outcomes.

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Registration of Private Education Institutions

For Business Users

An education provider in Singapore must be registered as a Private Education Institution and adhere to the statutory requirements of the Enhanced Registration Framework (ERF).

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Singapore Tourism Board (STB)
Non-Renewable Temporary Occupation Licence (NRTOL)

Non-Renewable Temporary Oc?cupation Licence (NRTOL) is an application for events held on Orchard Road Pedestrian Mall (State Land) on short-term, temporary basis. A Place Management Committee comprising STB, LTA, SLA, URA, NParks, SPF, NEA is formed to shape Orchard Road into a lifestyle destination, and to ensure that the events held on Orchard Road are of good quality and congruent with the image of Orchard Road as a premier shopping and lifestyle destination.

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Safe Management Measures for MICE Event

For Business Users

Safe Management Measures for MICE Event

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Tourist Guide Licence

A tourist guide is an individual who personally provides any guiding services to a tourist for remuneration.

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Travel Agent Licence

There are 2 types of travel agent licences:
- Niche Licence
- General Licence
You can visit the Travel Agents and Tourist Guides Licensing System (TRUST) website for more information.

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Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)
Approval for Additions & Alterations to a Conserved Building

You will need approval from Urban Redevelopment Authority before you can carry out any Additions & Alterations to your conserved building.

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Category 3 Works for Conserved Buildings

Apply for Category 3 Works for Conserved Buildings if you are installing solar panels without any additional works within Conserved Buildings. Applications for such Category 3 works can be made by owners and contractors.

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Change of Use Approval

If you want to change the use of a property (e.g. from a shop to a restaurant, or from a restaurant to a pub), you may need to apply for planning permission for Change of Use from URA. Before signing a tenancy or purchase agreement of the property, you should check if your intended use for that property can be allowed, and obtain Change of Use Approval if it is required.

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Change of Use Approval (Renewal)

This applies to existing uses that were approved on Temporary Permission. If you wish to continue the existing approved use, you are required to submit a renewal of use application within three months before the Temporary Permission expires.

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URA - Home Office Scheme (for private residential properties)

For Individual Users

To set up a Home Office in a private residential property, homeowners must meet the Terms & Conditions of the Home Office Scheme. The business must satisfy the Home Office Performance Criteria and does not fall under the List of Businesses not permitted under the scheme.

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Housing Developer’s Licence

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Developers undertaking a housing project with more than four units are required to obtain a housing developer’s licence from the Controller of Housing before commencing construction works.

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Planning Permission

Your Qualified Person has to apply to URA for planning permission through CORENET if your application falls within any of the scenarios.

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Signage Proposal for a Conserved Building

You will need approval from Urban Redevelopment Authority if you wish to install business signs on your conserved building.

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