Singapore - Obtain a Supermarket Licence

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Procedure

Apply Online

1. To obtain Supermarket License the applicant has to make the application in GoBusiness licensing portal or tap the following Link
2. Enter a search “Supermarket Licence” then click on "Add to selection"> click on "Review and Apply" and then click the "Proceed" button.
3. The applicant can also make a search by clicking the “Government Agencies” and select “Singapore food Agency” SFA and choose the appropriate service.
4. The applicant needs to login with their Singpass Id number and password

   Note:If you do not have an account you can register by clicking on register now, read the information marked 1 and 2 and agree to the terms and condition and click on register now, no the next page entry your personal information and submit. You will be issued with you Sing Pass ID number and password.

5. The applicant has to provide the general information and application details.
6. The applicant will receive an In- principal Approval (IPA) via email form the Singapore Food Agency.
7. The applicant has to prepare the documents stated in the IPA and upload them in GoBusiness licensing portal under "submitted documents" tab of your application, that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
8. After successful submission Book pre-licensing inspection, Make an appointment for inspection 7 days in advance via SFA online feedback form at Feedback form
9. The authorized officer will inspect the supermarket Upon full compliance to licensing requirements and submission of required documents, SFA will approve the application. You will receive a notification via email and GoBusiness within 3 working days.
10. The applicant has to make payment of S$195.00 via credit or debit card.
11. SFA will post out the hardcopy licences within 7- 10 working days upon successful payment.

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Required Documents

• A copy of Applicant's NRIC
• A copy of ACRA registered Company Business Profile
• Letter of authorization (if filer option is selected)
• Floor plan (location plan)
• Layout plan of the premises
• Tenancy Agreement/ Letter of consent
• Pest Control Contract
• Cleaning programme/schedule
• Basic food hygiene certificate/Refresher food hygiene certificate and Work Permit
• Valid HACCP certificate accepted by SFA
• Letter issued by the "WSQ Apply FSMS for Food Service Establishments" course Approved Training Organisations

Office Locations & Contacts

Singapore Food Agency
52 Jurong Gateway Road,
JEM Office Tower,
#14-01,
Singapore 608550
Tel: 6805 2871
Contact details: Link

Eligibility

• Any person who intends to open a supermarket are eligible to make this application.

Fees

• Fee to obtain a supermarket license is S$195.00

Validity

• The validity of the license is one year.

Documents to Use

Application form for inspection

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Processing Time

• The processing time of this procedure takes up to 7 -10 days to get a hardcopy of license in hand.

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Required Information

• Name
• Nationality
• Resident Status
• NRIC/FIN/Passport No
• Employment Pass
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Residential Address
• Residential No
• Mobile No
• Email Address
• Educational Qualifications
• Work Experience

Need for the Document

• For Supermarket retailers, a supermarket license is necessary pursuant to the environment public health act. This ensures that handling of food suppliers (raw or cooked food) is at par with acceptable food hygiene standards.

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