What this application does
A club authorisation application allows a registered club (sports or social) to sell alcohol for consumption on the club premises, outside the usual allowed hours. It is for a specific time and date. For example, opening on Christmas Day
If the application is for a number of days in a row, you must apply for a club authorisation for a special event.
How much does this application cost
There is a fee of €260 per application.
How to apply
1. Complete your application
If you are a legal practitioner and have an account in CSOL, you can complete the application in CSOL. Alternatively, you can complete the application manually, which is normally drafted by your solicitor or legal counsel.
2. Serve the notice parties
You must notify or serve the relevant notice parties for your application. If the application is submitted in CSOL, the notice parties are automatically notified. Alternatively, you can serve the notice manually. Please see our serving and proof of service page for more information.
For this application, the notice parties are:
- An Garda Síochána must be notified at least forty eight hours prior to the court date.
- The HSE must be notified at least one month prior to the court date.
3. Submit your application
You can submit your application via CSOL or manually at the court office. The application must be lodged at least forty eight hours prior to the court date.
4. Provide proofs to the court office
You must provide the required supporting documentation or "proofs" to the court office. This must be done manually as there is currently no option to upload the "proofs" listed below through CSOL.
What proofs are required
- Original notice of application with relevant stamp duty.
- Declaration of service (only where application is manually served).
