New Liquor Licence Applications (Retail | On- & Off-Consumption)
Apply for a liquor licence in South Africa with expert legal assistance from Marius Blom Inc. We specialise in retail liquor licence applications for all types of liquor licences, country-wide.
Our team offers a turnkey legal service that ensures your liquor licence application is fully compliant with the Liquor Act, provincial regulations, and municipal planning laws.
Whether you’re starting a new business or expanding an existing one, we help you get licensed — legally, efficiently, and with the highest chance of success.

We assist with:
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Retail liquor licence applocation: Guidance on choosing between on-consumption (e.g. restaurant, bar, club) and off-consumption (e.g. bottle store, liquor outlet) licences as well as special liquor licences (e.g online sales and deli's)
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Full preparation of statutory forms (e.g. application forms and affidavits)
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We put you in contact with consultants specialising in zoning certificates and municipal approvals
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We put you in contact with consultants specialising SAPS clearance certificates
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Advertising in the Government Gazette and local newspapers
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Community consultation and ward councillor notices
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Representation during inspections and Liquor Board hearings
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Handling of objections, when needed
Which areas do we cover?
We lodge applications in all provinces, including:
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Gauteng Liquor Board (GLB)
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Western Cape Liquor Authority
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KZN Liquor Authority
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Eastern Cape, Limpopo, Free State, North West and the Northern Cape
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We also handle National Liquor Authority matters for manufacturing and distribution
Why use an attorney and not a consultant?
As a law firm, Marius Blom Inc. provides a legally accountable, end-to-end liquor licence service, ensuring your business is protected every step of the way. Unlike unregulated consultants, our services are governed by the Legal Practice Council. This means your matter is managed with legal precision, and your rights are protected at the LPC if complications arise.
Need a liquor licence?
Book a consultation with our liquor law team to begin your application process today.