Macau Restaurant/Cafe F&B Licence Application Fees Full Process 2026 v1
1. Types of Licences
1.1 Required Licences
| Licence | Purpose | Application Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Food Establishment Licence | Restaurant/Café operation | Municipal Affairs Bureau |
| Fire Safety Permission | Fire safety | Fire Brigade |
| Business Registration | Company legality | Commercial and Movable Property Registration Bureau |
| Hygiene Certificate | Food safety | Municipal Affairs Bureau |
1.2 Licence Comparison
| Establishment Type | Required Licences |
|---|---|
| Café | Food Establishment Licence + Business Registration |
| Restaurant | Food Establishment Licence + Fire Safety + Business Registration |
| Tea Restaurant | Food Establishment Licence + Fire Safety + Business Registration |
| Takeaway Shop | Food Establishment Licence + Business Registration |
2. Food Establishment Licence
2.1 Licence Types
| Licence | Description |
|---|---|
| General Restaurant | Standard restaurant |
| Light Refreshment Restaurant | Light meals/Cafe |
| Beverage Establishment | Coffee shop/Milk tea shop |
| Takeaway Restaurant | Takeaway shop |
2.2 Application Requirements
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Premises | Commercial use |
| Area | No minimum requirement |
| Fire Safety | Meet fire safety requirements |
| Hygiene | Meet hygiene standards |
2.3 Required Documents
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Download from IACM website |
| Business Registration | Copy |
| Premises Proof | Lease/Ownership |
| Floor Plan | Floor layout plan |
| Fire Safety Certificate | Issued by Fire Services Bureau |
| Equipment List | Kitchen equipment |
2.4 Fees
| Item | Fee (MOP) |
|---|---|
| Licence Fee | 500-2,000/year |
| Application Fee | Free |
| Amendment Fee | 200-500 |
3. Fire Safety Permit
3.1 Permit Requirements
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Fire Extinguisher | Must be provided |
| Evacuation Signage | Exit signs |
| Smoke Detector | Must be installed |
| First Aid Equipment | Fire blankets, etc. |
3.2 Costs
| Item | Cost (MOP) |
|---|---|
| Inspection Fee | 500-1,000 |
| Equipment | 1,000-3,000 |
| Remediation (if required) | As applicable |
4. Business Registration
4.1 Registration Requirements
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Unique name |
| Registered Address | Macau address |
| Responsible Person | Proof of identity |
4.2 Fees
| Item | Fee (MOP) |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee | 300-500 |
| Business Registration | 100 (electronic) |
5. Approval Time
5.1 Licence Timelines
| Licence | Approval Time |
|---|---|
| Business Registration | 3-5 days |
| Food Establishment Licence | 1-2 weeks |
| Fire Safety Permit | 1-2 weeks |
| Total Period | Approximately 3-5 weeks |
5.2 Delay Reasons
| Reason | Impact |
|---|---|
| Incomplete documentation | Time for supplementation |
| Premises non-compliant | Renovation required |
| Fire safety non-compliance | Rectification required |
| Queue for approval | After holidays |
6. Cost Overview
6.1 Licence Fees
| Licence | Fee (MOP/year) |
|---|---|
| Food Establishment Licence | 500-2,000 |
| Fire Safety Permit | 500-1,000 |
| Business Registration | 300-500 |
| Total | 1,300-3,500/year |
6.2 Additional Costs
| Item | Fee (MOP) |
|---|---|
| Fire Safety Equipment | 1,000-3,000 |
| Floor Plan Preparation | 500-2,000 |
| Renovation (if applicable) | Case by case |
| Licence Consultant | 2,000-5,000 |
7. Site Area Requirements
7.1 Area Standards
| Venue Type | Recommended Area | Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| Café | 30-50 square metres | 20 square metres |
| Snack Shop | 20-30 square metres | 15 square metres |
| Restaurant | 50-100 square metres | 30 square metres |
| Tea Restaurant | 50-80 square metres | 30 square metres |
7.2 Facility Requirements
| Facility | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Toilet | From 1 |
| Kitchen | Depends on business |
| Storage Room | Recommended |
| Ventilation | Good |
8. Pre-opening Total Cost Budget
8.1 Small Café (20-30 square metres)
| Item | Cost (MOP) |
|---|---|
| Business Registration | 500 |
| Food Establishment Licence | 1,000 |
| Fire Safety | 1,000 |
| Fire Equipment | 1,500 |
| Floor Plan | 800 |
| Licence Total | 4,800 |
| Renovation (Estimated) | 50,000-100,000 |
| Equipment (Estimated) | 30,000-50,000 |
| Total Budget | 84,800-154,800 |
8.2 Medium Restaurant (50-80 square metres)
| Item | Cost (MOP) |
|---|---|
| Business Registration | 500 |
| Food Establishment Licence | 1,500 |
| Fire Safety | 1,500 |
| Fire Equipment | 2,500 |
| Floor Plan | 1,500 |
| Licence Total | 7,500 |
| Renovation (Estimated) | 100,000-200,000 |
| Equipment (Estimated) | 80,000-150,000 |
| Total Budget | 187,500-357,500 |
9. Licence Comparison
9.1 Establishment Type Comparison
| Type | Licence | Fee (MOP/year) |
|---|---|---|
| Café | Food Establishment | 500-1,000 |
| Snack Shop | Food Establishment | 500-1,000 |
| Restaurant | Food Establishment + Fire Safety | 1,000-2,000 |
| Tea Café | Food Establishment + Fire Safety | 1,000-2,000 |
9.2 Approval Time Comparison
| Type | Approval Time |
|---|---|
| Café | 2-3 weeks |
| Snack Shop | 2-3 weeks |
| Restaurant | 3-5 weeks |
| Tea Café | 3-5 weeks |
Sources / Related Verification
The information in this article is compiled from internal FactcheckDocs (MO_datatable_fb_license_application_guide_2026_v1.md), with reference to publicly available official data from the MO region and industry documents. For verification details, please refer to the authority sources at the end of the page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I renovate first and then apply for a licence?
**A:** Not recommended. Apply for pre-approval first.
Can I open a restaurant below my residential building?
**A:** No. It must be for commercial use.
Does the licence need to be displayed?
**A:** It must be displayed at the business premises.
Can I delegate the application to an agent?
**A:** Yes. Please consult a licence consultant.
