Who requires a licence
Any persons who import, export, manufacture or store any dutiable commodities are required to have relevant licences issued by the Department.
Types and Fees
| Type | Annual Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| I. | Import and Export | |
| - Import and Export Licence | $1,320 | |
| - Special Import Licence (for hydrocarbon oil) | $1,320 | |
| II. | Warehouse | |
| - General Bonded Warehouse Licence | $26,800 | |
| - Public Bonded Warehouse Licence | $26,800 | |
| - Licensed Warehouse Licence | $26,800 | |
| III. | Manufacturer | |
| - Hydrocarbon Oil Manufacturer's Licence | $24,650 | |
| - Tobacco Manufacturer's Licence | $22,700 | |
| - Liquor Manufacturer's Licence | $22,700 | |
| - Distillery Licence | $22,700 | |
| - Still (for educational, scientific or charitable institution approved by Financial Secretary) | Free of Charge | |
| Other Fees | ||
| - For every amendment of licence particular | $620 | |
How to apply
An applicant shall submit licence applications, including application for a new licence, renewal of a licence, amendment of licence particulars or cancellation of a licence, through the Dutiable Commodities System (DCS) at the website: https://www.dcs.customs.gov.hk. If necessary, please visit the DCS website to obtain relevant information.
Notes to Applicants
- An application must be filed by a company (the applicant) registered with the Business Registration Office of the Inland Revenue Department;
- The applicant must appoint a responsible person for the intended activities of the licence under application;
- The responsible person should be a staff member of the company, preferably a Hong Kong resident holding a valid Hong Kong Identity Card, and can be contacted by C&ED in Hong Kong; and
- The appointed responsible person(s) would be invited for an interview prior to the issuance of a licence.
Enquiries
| Tel | : | (852) 3759 2398 |
|---|---|---|
| Fax | : | (852) 2542 4660 |
| : | customsenquiry@customs.gov.hk |