Liquor licence – Section 39/40 Certificate

Visit the Department of Local Government Sport and Cultural Industries website and complete the relevant liquor application. 

Ensure you prepare and include these documents with your application: 

• A detailed site plan showing the location of the premises applying for the liquor licence 
• A floor plan illustrating the internal layout, with the areas to be licensed clearly marked. 

Select your preferred application method for the certificate, ensuring to attach, or include, your site and floor plans:

• Online (preferred): submit your application along with the relevant required documentation to (PDF forms are not required for this option):

Apply online

Alternate methods:

• In person: download and complete the relevant application form and submit at the City of Joondalup Customer Care Centre, 90 Boas Avenue, Joondalup.
• Mail: download and complete the relevant application form and mail to PO Box 21, Joondalup WA 6919. 
  • Section 39 Certificate Application (PDF) 
  • Section 40 Certificate Application (PDF) 

The application fee is due with your application: 

• Section 40 Certificate: $158 
• Section 39 Certificate: $163 

Payment methods vary by submission type: 

• Online: You'll receive an invoice and payment instructions via email. 
• In person: Pay at the City’s Administration Centre with cash, cheque, EFTPOS, or credit card. Note: Visa or Mastercard payments include a 0.5% surcharge. 
• Mail: Attach a cheque payable to the City of Joondalup, PO Box 21, Joondalup WA 6919