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Hotels Licensing Board

Application guidelines

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Last updated 18 March 2026

Application for Licence

Apply via GoBusiness Licensing to obtain your Certificate of Registration and Hotel-Keeper's Licence before commencing hotel operations in Singapore.

Cancellation of Licence

Apply via GoBusiness Licensing within 10 days of ceasing hotel operations to cancel your Certificate of Registration and Hotel-Keeper's Licence.

Change of Hotel Name

Apply via GoBusiness Licensing to change your hotel's name. Prior written approval from the Hotels Licensing Board is required before any name change takes effect.

Change of Hotel-Keeper

Apply via GoBusiness Licensing when there is a change of Hotel-Keeper. The Hotel-Keeper must hold a valid licence to assume management of the premises.

Renew Hotel Licence

Renew your hotel licence annually between 1 October and 15 November via GoBusiness Licensing. Find out what documents are required and how the approval process works.