{"id":34315,"date":"2025-06-05T10:53:39","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T10:53:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hurak.com\/blog\/?p=34315"},"modified":"2025-11-27T17:57:13","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T17:57:13","slug":"replace-lost-personal-licence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hurak.com\/blog\/replace-lost-personal-licence","title":{"rendered":"Lost Your Personal Licence? Here\u2019s What to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"34315\" class=\"elementor elementor-34315\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6d8033b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6d8033b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-dac2283\" data-id=\"dac2283\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-074cee6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"074cee6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Losing your personal licence can feel stressful, especially if you rely on it for work in the alcohol industry. If you\u2019ve previously gone through the process of <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/hurak.com\/blog\/how-to-get-an-alcohol-personal-licence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to get a personal licence<\/a>,<\/span> you\u2019ll know it\u2019s an important qualification for anyone selling alcohol. But the good news? You <strong>don\u2019t need to start from scratch<\/strong>. Whether you\u2019ve misplaced it, had it stolen, or damaged it beyond use, there are clear steps you can take to get a <strong>replacement personal licence<\/strong>. In this guide, we explain what to do if you\u2019ve lost your licence in <strong>England, Wales or Scotland,<\/strong> how to contact your licensing authority, and what to expect throughout the process.<\/p><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34364 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/hurak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/lost-personal-licence-uk-replacement-guide-hero.webp\" alt=\"Worried person who has lost his personal licence, wondering how to get a replacement\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hurak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/lost-personal-licence-uk-replacement-guide-hero.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hurak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/lost-personal-licence-uk-replacement-guide-hero-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/hurak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/lost-personal-licence-uk-replacement-guide-hero-768x431.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c9f8d4c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c9f8d4c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>What Is a Personal Licence and Why Do You Need It<\/strong><\/h2><p>A personal licence allows someone to<strong> sell or authorise the sale of alcohol<\/strong> on licensed premises in the UK. It\u2019s issued by your local licensing authority and remains valid for <strong>10 years<\/strong>, with renewal rules differing slightly depending on where you are in the UK.<\/p><p>You need a personal licence if you&#8217;re:<\/p><ul><li aria-level=\"1\">A designated premises supervisor (DPS)<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\">Working in a supervisory role in pubs, bars, or event venues<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\">Authorising other staff to sell alcohol legally<\/li><\/ul><p>If it goes missing, you must request a <strong>replacement personal licence<\/strong> before continuing work in a licensable role. Operating without one, even temporarily, can lead to<strong> delays, scrutiny, or legal issues<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-91217c3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"91217c3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>I\u2019ve Lost My Personal Licence, What Should I Do?<\/strong><\/h2><p>Before panicking, take a moment to retrace your steps. If you still can\u2019t find your licence, your next action depends on whether you&#8217;re in <strong>England\/Wales or Scotland.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1bef80e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1bef80e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>England and Wales: How to Replace a Lost Personal Licence<\/h3><p>In England and Wales, replacing a lost or stolen personal licence involves <strong>notifying your licensing authority<\/strong>, typically the local council that issued your original licence. Here\u2019s how the process works:<\/p><p><strong>Step-by-step overview:<\/strong><\/p><ol><li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Write a formal statement<\/strong> explaining the loss or theft of your licence. Include:<ul><li aria-level=\"2\">Your name and address<\/li><li aria-level=\"2\">Licence number (if known)<\/li><li aria-level=\"2\">Circumstances of the loss (e.g. lost while moving house, stolen while travelling)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Contact your issuing council<\/strong>. You\u2019ll often find a \u201clost licence\u201d or \u201creplacement\u201d section on their website.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Submit the required documents<\/strong>, usually:<ul><li aria-level=\"2\">Proof of ID (passport or driving licence)<\/li><li aria-level=\"2\">Proof of address<\/li><li aria-level=\"2\">Passport-style photo<\/li><li aria-level=\"2\">Replacement fee (typically \u00a310\u2013\u00a325)<\/li><li aria-level=\"2\">In some cases, you may be asked to submit a fresh DBS check for a personal licence when reapplying.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Wait for processing<\/strong>, which can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the council.<\/li><\/ol><p><strong>Note:<\/strong> If your licence was stolen, it\u2019s helpful (though not always required) to report it to the police and include a crime reference number. Not reporting a lost personal licence could be considered negligence, one of the <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/hurak.com\/blog\/reasons-why-your-personal-licence-can-be-suspended-or-revoked\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reasons why your personal licence can be suspended<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-00e4ef9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"00e4ef9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Scotland: Different Rules You Need to Know<\/h3><p>In Scotland, the process is governed by the <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/hurak.com\/blog\/licensing-scotland-act-2005\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005<\/a>,<\/span> which has slightly different rules around reporting a lost licence and treats this issue a little differently. Under <strong>Section 92 of the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005<\/strong>, you\u2019re legally required to notify your Licensing Board as soon as reasonably possible if your personal licence is lost or stolen.<\/p><p>Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll generally need:<\/p><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Written notice<\/strong> to your Licensing Board<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\">A <strong>signed declaration<\/strong> or statutory statement of loss<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\">A <strong>replacement application form<\/strong>, available from your council<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\">A recent <strong>passport photo<\/strong><\/li><li aria-level=\"1\">A <strong>replacement fee<\/strong> (commonly around \u00a310)<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\">A <strong>crime reference number<\/strong> if the licence was stolen<\/li><\/ul><p>Failure to notify your Licensing Board may be considered a <strong>breach of your responsibilities as a licence holder.<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-12\"><div class=\"p-4 my-4\" style=\"background-color: #ededed;\"><p><strong>In Scotland?<\/strong><br \/>The rules for personal licences differ under the <strong>Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005<\/strong>, from responsibilities to renewal requirements.<br \/><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/hurak.com\/courses\/scottish-personal-licence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View personal licence support for Scotland on Hurak<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2600c74 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2600c74\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>Contacting the Right Licensing Authority<\/strong><\/h2><p>If you\u2019re unsure where to send your replacement request, the best step is to <strong>contact the licensing authority that originally issued your licence<\/strong>. Many have a dedicated licensing email address or online form.<\/p><p>Some councils offer online <strong>replacement request forms<\/strong>, but others may require you to apply by post or email.<\/p><p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Use the GOV.UK <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/find-licences\/personal-licence-to-sell-alcohol\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">licence finder<\/a> <\/span>to track down your local authority\u2019s process quickly.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e1f1d78 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e1f1d78\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>What If You Find the Licence Later?<\/strong><\/h2><p>You might wonder: <em>What happens if I apply for a replacement and then find the original?<\/em><\/p><p>Most councils will <strong>request that you return the original licence<\/strong> once a replacement has been issued. This is to ensure there are no duplicates in circulation and to avoid confusion during inspections or checks.<\/p><p>In some cases, holding <strong>two versions of your personal licence<\/strong> could be viewed as misleading or result in administrative complications. Always <strong>notify your licensing authority<\/strong> if the original turns up after a replacement has been issued.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cf39d3a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cf39d3a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>Key Differences Between Scotland and England\/Wales<\/strong><\/h2><p>Let\u2019s quickly summarise the significant differences in the process across UK regions. Here\u2019s a side-by-side comparison to help:<\/p><table><tbody><tr><td><p><b>Feature<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><b>England &amp; Wales<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><b>Scotland<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><b>Relevant Law<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Licensing Act 2003<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><b>Authority to be notified<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Licensing Authority<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Licensing Board<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><b>Legal Obligation to Notify?<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strongly advised<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legally required under Section 92<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><b>Affidavit Required?<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often, especially if the licence was stolen<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><b>Online Replacement?<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Available in some councils<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rare, mostly paper-based<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><b>Fee Range<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a310\u2013\u00a325<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a310<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>Understanding these differences is essential, especially if you\u2019ve moved between regions or operate across borders in your work.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8382669 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8382669\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2><p>Losing your personal licence is inconvenient, but <strong>completely fixable<\/strong>. The key is to act quickly, notify the right authority, and follow their procedure. Whether you&#8217;re in <strong>England, Wales, or Scotland<\/strong>, requesting a replacement is straightforward if you know what to do.<\/p><ul><li aria-level=\"1\">\u00a0Don\u2019t delay notifying your council.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\">Submit all necessary documents.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\">Follow up to ensure your replacement arrives.<\/li><\/ul><p>By acting quickly, you can avoid delays and get back to work without risking your role or responsibilities.<\/p><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-12\"><div class=\"p-4 my-4\" style=\"background-color: #ededed;\"><p><strong>Lost Your Personal Licence?<\/strong><br \/>If your personal licence has been lost, stolen, or damaged, Hurak can still help you move forward.<\/p><p>\u2714\ufe0f Accredited Personal Licence Training<br \/>\u2714\ufe0f Easy APLH Course Booking<br \/>\u2714\ufe0f Support for New Personal Licence Applications<\/p><p>Need to reapply? We\u2019ll guide you through it.<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/hurak.com\/licences\/aplh-personal-licence-application\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\">Get started with Hurak today<\/span><\/a><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\">.<\/span> Everything you need; all in one place.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7975e2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b7975e2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2><h4>Do I need to reapply from scratch?<\/h4><p>No, you&#8217;re simply requesting a replacement, not completing a full new application. If your qualifications and eligibility haven\u2019t changed, this should be straightforward.<\/p><h4>Can I still work while I wait for a replacement?<\/h4><p>Yes, if you can provide your licence number and proof of application, many employers will allow you to continue working. But always check with your employer and local authority.<\/p><h4>What if I lose both parts of the licence (paper and photo card)?<\/h4><p>You\u2019ll need to apply for a full replacement and may be asked to submit a new photo and a statutory declaration.<\/p><h4>Can I get a replacement faster in emergencies?<\/h4><p>Some councils may expedite the process in urgent cases (e.g. upcoming inspections), but this isn\u2019t guaranteed.<\/p><h4>How can I avoid this from happening again?<\/h4><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Keep a photocopy <\/strong>of your licence.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Note down your licence number.<\/strong><\/li><li aria-level=\"1\">Store your licence securely, ideally separate from your work badge or ID.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Losing your personal licence can feel stressful, especially if you rely on it for work in the alcohol industry. If you\u2019ve previously gone through the process of how to get a personal licence, you\u2019ll know it\u2019s an important qualification for anyone selling alcohol. But the good news? You don\u2019t need to start from scratch. Whether [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":50,"featured_media":34326,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_eb_attr":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[43],"class_list":["post-34315","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hospitality","author-esther-dsouza"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Lost Personal Licence? Steps to Replace Your Licence Quickly<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Lost your personal alcohol licence? 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