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Applying For Licences And Permits

The Online Business Licensing Service (OBLS) is a service you can use to apply for your licences and permits. From a single website, you can manage multiple licences and permits. You no longer need to wait in line or go from agency to agency.

Where Can I Find OBLS?
Will I Be Able To Apply For All Licences & Permits On OBLS?
What Do I Need Before Applying?
Is There A Guide To Help Me?



Where Can I Find OBLS?

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Will I Be Able To Apply For All Licences & Permits On OBLS?

  • No. OBLS does not cover occupational licences (e.g. contact lens practitioners, dentists and pilots). For these, you will need to consult with your lawyer or the organisations that oversee these professions.

    See: Occupational licences for professional services

  • Some licences and permits on OBLS cannot be filed online. In these cases, OBLS will provide the online application forms for download or the agency’s contact number for enquiries.
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What Do I Need Before Applying?

  • Get Your SingPass
    SingPass, which stands for "Singapore Personal Access", lets you sign on and transact with the Government online with a single password.

    SingPass is available to Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, Employment Pass holders and Dependant Pass holders over 15 years old. Get your SingPass over the counter or online.

  • Check Your Outstanding Medisave Liabilities
    Before you register for a business licence or permit, you must first ensure that you have paid up your Medisave liabilities or have arranged for payment by instalments. You can find out your outstanding Medisave liabilities from CPF Board’s website.

  • Prepare To Make Payment
    OBLS only accepts:
    a.   Credit Cards (Visa or MasterCard)
    b.   eNETS Debit with Citibank, DBS or UOB   
  • Have A Valid Email Address Handy
    When your transaction is approved, OBLS will send you an email.

  • Make Sure You Are Authorised
    If you are not the business owner or director, you will need a "Letter of Authorisation". You will be required to scan and upload a copy of the Letter in PDF or JPG format. Professional firms acting on behalf of their clients are exempted from this requirement.
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Is There A Guide To Help Me?

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