Get your
Personal Licence
the easy way!
Take the required APLH exam online, upload your documents, and get your licence with zero stress. We guide you from start to finish.
Take the required APLH exam online, upload your documents, and get your licence with zero stress. We guide you from start to finish.
Fast
Cheap
100% compliant
No confusing forms. No in-person classes. A simple process for busy people.
No confusing forms. No in-person classes. A simple process for busy people.
Best price on the market!
Package includes course, exam and the application preparation
99% pass rate, with two free resits
Accredited by Highfield Qualifications
Thousands of satisfied users
Why choose us over others?
From the application to submission everything was flawless. We got our licence without hassle. I highly recommend Barnab. Thank you so much.
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Jennifer Smith
I had a great experience with Barnab. They took all the stress out of a process I had been dreading. Highly recommend them to anyone going through the application process.
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From the application to submission everything was flawless. We got our licence without hassle. I highly recommend Barnab. Thank you so much.
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I can’t recommend Barnab highly enough. Our application approved in just a few weeks, with full support and guidance throughout. Super efficient, cost-effective, and seamless.
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Choose the package that fits your needs best
Choose the package that fits your needs best
Starter
Starter
£120
Instant access to the eLearning course
Instant access to the eLearning course
Instant access to the eLearning course
Self-paced course (2-3h completion time)
Self-paced course (2-3h completion time)
Self-paced course (2-3h completion time)
Mock test and online materials
Mock test and online materials
Mock test and online materials
Accredited Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders (APLH) exam
Accredited Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders (APLH) exam
Accredited Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders (APLH) exam
Important note:
Important note:
Important note:
Exam resit fee £50
Late reschedule fee £40
Exam resit fee £50
Late reschedule fee £40
Exam resit fee £50
Late reschedule fee £40
Select
Pro+ (Most Popular)
Pro+ (Most Popular)
£180
Everything in Starter, plus:
Everything in Starter, plus:
Two free retakes included in the price
Two free retakes included in the price
Reschedule up to 24 hours before the exam starts
Reschedule up to 24 hours before the exam starts
Results in 1 working day
Results in 1 working day
Full refund if you fail after 3 attempts
Full refund if you fail after 3 attempts
Select & pay
Full Agent
Full Agent
£280
Everything in Pro+, plus:
Everything in Pro+, plus:
Unlimited exam retakes until you pass
Unlimited exam retakes until you pass
We apply for your Personal Licence on your behalf
We apply for your Personal Licence on your behalf
Covers your licence application and DBS fees (worth £73)
Covers your licence application and DBS fees (worth £73)
100% money-back guarantee if not approved
100% money-back guarantee if not approved
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About Personal Licence
What is a
Personal Licence?
What is a Personal Licence?
What is a
Personal Licence?
Whether you're opening a pub, a restaurant, a bar, or even hosting an event space, a licence is essential to operate legally.
Whether you're opening a pub, a restaurant, a bar, or even hosting an event space, a licence is essential to operate legally.
A Personal Licence is needed if you want to:
A Personal Licence is needed if you want to:
Work as a designated premises supervisor (DPS)
Authorise alcohol sales at licensed venues
Apply for a premises licence
Personal Licence Application
Key Information
Key Information
Time for licence grant
2 weeks
Online course length
2-3 hours
Barnab assistance fee
£150 + VAT
Council submission fee
£37
DBS check fee
£21.50
What do you need to do?
Requirements
Course and Exam
Complete the course on a laptop or desktop, then choose your preferred exam time. The 1-hour exam is live-invigilated online with a proctor.
DBS Check and Documents
Request your basic DBS check and upload it to the portal along with your passport and selfie.
Submit Application
We prepare your full application pack and send instructions for submission to your council. They issue your licence in about 2 weeks.
How the process works
Step 1 - Answer
Get the application
form ready via chat
Instead of long confusing forms, we guide you through a simple, conversational chat.
Step 2 - Qualify
Take your online exam
You’ll get an email from Highfield with access to the self-study course. Complete the modules and then select your preferred exam times.
Step 3 - Upload
Generate your
application pack
Upload your DBS certificate, passport, and a passport-style selfie. Your DBS must be less than one month old.
We have impactful numbers
1500+
Customers satisfied since launch
£1M
In costs saved for the applicants
350
Councils we work with
150%
Company growth
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
What documents do I need for a personal licence application?
You'll need a copy of your passport, a passport-style selfie or photo, and a basic DBS certificate that's less than one month old when submitting your personal licence application to the council.
When should I request my DBS check for my personal licence?
Request your DBS check after you've passed the APLH exam. The DBS certificate must be less than one month old when your personal licence application is submitted to the licensing authority.
What is the personal licence exam like?
The APLH Level 2 exam is a 1-hour online examination that's live-invigilated. You'll need a PC or laptop with a front-facing camera, Chrome browser, a smartphone, photo ID, and a quiet, private room to complete the personal licence qualification.
Where do I take the personal licence course?
You'll receive login details via email to access the APLH course on the Highfield platform. Check your mailbox and SPAM folder. The personal licence training is a self-study course, takes 2-3 hours, and must be completed on a laptop or desktop computer.
How do I book the personal licence exam through Barnab?
After finishing the e-learning course, log back into the Barnab portal and indicate your availability for 3 exam slots in the coming days. A team member will book one slot and send confirmation via email. The exam is not booked until you receive email confirmation.
What happens if I fail the personal licence exam?
You're entitled to two free resits with the Pro+ package (£180). The Starter package (£120) charges £50 per exam resit. The Full Agent package (£280) includes unlimited exam retakes until you pass. Just return to the Barnab portal, choose new exam slots, and we'll book them for you.
How will I know if I passed the personal licence exam?
A member of the Barnab team will send you the APLH certificate if you passed. With the Pro+ or Full Agent packages, results are sent within 1 working day. Standard results are typically sent within 24 hours after completing the personal licence exam.
I passed the exam. What should I do next for my personal licence?
Ensure all supporting documents (passport, passport-like selfie, and DBS check) are uploaded to the portal. Once complete, a team member will send your personal licence application pack via email for council submission. With the Full Agent package (£280), we handle the entire application process on your behalf.
How long does it take to get a personal licence?
Once your application is submitted to the licensing authority, councils usually issue your personal licence within a maximum of 2 weeks. Most personal licences are issued within one week of submission.
What happens after my personal licence application is submitted?
The licensing authority reviews your application, sends a confirmation email, and then posts your personal licence card to the home address you provided. Some councils might require you to print and send the application pack to them. This is rare, but unfortunately still happens sometimes. If your council requires you to do so, please let us know and we will post your personal licence certificate to you.
How much does a personal licence cost in the UK?
Personal licence costs include the council application fee (typically £37-£100), APLH accredited course (£100-£200), and DBS check (£23-£38). Barnab offers three packages: Starter (£120), Pro+ (£180 - most popular), and Full Agent (£280 - includes application fees worth £73). All packages include the accredited APLH Level 2 course and exam.
Do I need a personal licence to sell alcohol in the UK?
Yes, if you're authorizing alcohol sales at licensed premises in England and Wales as a designated premises supervisor (DPS), you must hold a valid personal licence. Staff can sell alcohol under supervision without a personal licence.
Can I get a personal licence with a criminal record?
Certain convictions (relevant offences under the Licensing Act 2003) may affect your personal licence application. The licensing authority reviews each case individually. Minor or spent convictions typically don't prevent approval. Your DBS check will reveal any issues early in the application process. The Full Agent package (£280) includes a 100% money-back guarantee if not approved.
How long is a personal licence valid for?
Personal licences issued after April 2015 have no expiry date and remain valid indefinitely unless revoked, suspended, or surrendered. You must notify the licensing authority within 14 days of address changes or relevant convictions.
What is the APLH qualification for personal licence?
The Award for Personal Licence Holders (APLH) is the mandatory Level 2 qualification required for all personal licence applications in England and Wales. It covers licensing law, social responsibilities of alcohol retail, and licensing objectives. You must pass the APLH exam before submitting your personal licence application. All Barnab packages include the accredited APLH course and exam.
Can I use my personal licence anywhere in the UK?
Personal licences issued in England and Wales are recognized across both countries. You can work as a designated premises supervisor (DPS) at any licensed premises in England or Wales. Scotland and Northern Ireland operate separate licensing systems requiring different qualifications.
How quickly can I get a personal licence?
With Barnab, complete the APLH course in one day, take the exam within 2-3 days, obtain your DBS check within 5-7 days, and receive your personal licence from the council within 2 weeks of submission. Total timeline: approximately 3-4 weeks from start to licensed DPS. Pro+ and Full Agent packages offer priority scheduling and faster results.
What is a designated premises supervisor (DPS)?
The DPS is the personal licence holder who has day-to-day responsibility for alcohol sales at specific licensed premises. Every premises licence that authorizes alcohol sales in England and Wales must name a DPS who holds a valid personal licence.
Choose plan
Premises Licence Application
If you already have a personal licence, your venue just needs the premises licence.
Personal Licence Application
If you are looking to be responsible for alcohol sales in a business.
Personal & Premises Licence Application
For business owners who need to sell alcohol. We handle your personal and premises licence applications.
Total
£150
+ VAT
No complicated forms
100% accurate and hassle-free
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Choose a time, and we will give you a callback for a free 10-minute consultation!
Personal Licence Application
Key Information
Key Information
Time for licence grant
2 weeks
Online course length
2-3 hours
Barnab assistance fee
£150 + VAT
Council submission fee
£37
DBS check fee
£21.50
What do you need to do?
Requirements
Course and Exam
Complete the course on a laptop or desktop, then choose your preferred exam time. The 1-hour exam is live-invigilated online with a proctor.
DBS Check and Documents
Request your basic DBS check and upload it to the portal along with your passport and selfie.
Submit Application
We prepare your full application pack and send instructions for submission to your council. They issue your licence in about 2 weeks.
How the process works
Step 1 - Answer
Get the application
form ready via chat
Instead of long confusing forms, we guide you through a simple, conversational chat.
Step 2 - Qualify
Take your online exam
You’ll get an email from Highfield with access to the self-study course. Complete the modules and then select your preferred exam times.
Step 3 - Upload
Generate your
application pack
Upload your DBS certificate, passport, and a passport-style selfie. Your DBS must be less than one month old.
We have impactful numbers
1500+
Customers satisfied since launch
£1M
In costs saved for the applicants
350
Councils we work with
150%
Company growth
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
What documents do I need for a personal licence application?
You'll need a copy of your passport, a passport-style selfie or photo, and a basic DBS certificate that's less than one month old when submitting your personal licence application to the council.
When should I request my DBS check for my personal licence?
Request your DBS check after you've passed the APLH exam. The DBS certificate must be less than one month old when your personal licence application is submitted to the licensing authority.
What is the personal licence exam like?
The APLH Level 2 exam is a 1-hour online examination that's live-invigilated. You'll need a PC or laptop with a front-facing camera, Chrome browser, a smartphone, photo ID, and a quiet, private room to complete the personal licence qualification.
Where do I take the personal licence course?
You'll receive login details via email to access the APLH course on the Highfield platform. Check your mailbox and SPAM folder. The personal licence training is a self-study course, takes 2-3 hours, and must be completed on a laptop or desktop computer.
How do I book the personal licence exam through Barnab?
After finishing the e-learning course, log back into the Barnab portal and indicate your availability for 3 exam slots in the coming days. A team member will book one slot and send confirmation via email. The exam is not booked until you receive email confirmation.
What happens if I fail the personal licence exam?
You're entitled to two free resits with the Pro+ package (£180). The Starter package (£120) charges £50 per exam resit. The Full Agent package (£280) includes unlimited exam retakes until you pass. Just return to the Barnab portal, choose new exam slots, and we'll book them for you.
How will I know if I passed the personal licence exam?
A member of the Barnab team will send you the APLH certificate if you passed. With the Pro+ or Full Agent packages, results are sent within 1 working day. Standard results are typically sent within 24 hours after completing the personal licence exam.
I passed the exam. What should I do next for my personal licence?
Ensure all supporting documents (passport, passport-like selfie, and DBS check) are uploaded to the portal. Once complete, a team member will send your personal licence application pack via email for council submission. With the Full Agent package (£280), we handle the entire application process on your behalf.
How long does it take to get a personal licence?
Once your application is submitted to the licensing authority, councils usually issue your personal licence within a maximum of 2 weeks. Most personal licences are issued within one week of submission.
What happens after my personal licence application is submitted?
The licensing authority reviews your application, sends a confirmation email, and then posts your personal licence card to the home address you provided. Some councils might require you to print and send the application pack to them. This is rare, but unfortunately still happens sometimes. If your council requires you to do so, please let us know and we will post your personal licence certificate to you.
How much does a personal licence cost in the UK?
Personal licence costs include the council application fee (typically £37-£100), APLH accredited course (£100-£200), and DBS check (£23-£38). Barnab offers three packages: Starter (£120), Pro+ (£180 - most popular), and Full Agent (£280 - includes application fees worth £73). All packages include the accredited APLH Level 2 course and exam.
Do I need a personal licence to sell alcohol in the UK?
Yes, if you're authorizing alcohol sales at licensed premises in England and Wales as a designated premises supervisor (DPS), you must hold a valid personal licence. Staff can sell alcohol under supervision without a personal licence.
Can I get a personal licence with a criminal record?
Certain convictions (relevant offences under the Licensing Act 2003) may affect your personal licence application. The licensing authority reviews each case individually. Minor or spent convictions typically don't prevent approval. Your DBS check will reveal any issues early in the application process. The Full Agent package (£280) includes a 100% money-back guarantee if not approved.
How long is a personal licence valid for?
Personal licences issued after April 2015 have no expiry date and remain valid indefinitely unless revoked, suspended, or surrendered. You must notify the licensing authority within 14 days of address changes or relevant convictions.
What is the APLH qualification for personal licence?
The Award for Personal Licence Holders (APLH) is the mandatory Level 2 qualification required for all personal licence applications in England and Wales. It covers licensing law, social responsibilities of alcohol retail, and licensing objectives. You must pass the APLH exam before submitting your personal licence application. All Barnab packages include the accredited APLH course and exam.
Can I use my personal licence anywhere in the UK?
Personal licences issued in England and Wales are recognized across both countries. You can work as a designated premises supervisor (DPS) at any licensed premises in England or Wales. Scotland and Northern Ireland operate separate licensing systems requiring different qualifications.
How quickly can I get a personal licence?
With Barnab, complete the APLH course in one day, take the exam within 2-3 days, obtain your DBS check within 5-7 days, and receive your personal licence from the council within 2 weeks of submission. Total timeline: approximately 3-4 weeks from start to licensed DPS. Pro+ and Full Agent packages offer priority scheduling and faster results.
What is a designated premises supervisor (DPS)?
The DPS is the personal licence holder who has day-to-day responsibility for alcohol sales at specific licensed premises. Every premises licence that authorizes alcohol sales in England and Wales must name a DPS who holds a valid personal licence.
Choose plan
Premises Licence Application
If you already have a personal licence, your venue just needs the premises licence.
Personal Licence Application
If you are looking to be responsible for alcohol sales in a business.
Personal & Premises Licence Application
For business owners who need to sell alcohol. We handle your personal and premises licence applications.
Total
£150
+ VAT
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