Is a Personal Licence Course Required in the UK? 8 Answers That Could Delay Your Application in 2026
If you’re planning to sell or authorise the sale of alcohol in the UK, chances are you’ve already heard about the Personal Licence . What’s less clear for many people is whether a Personal Licence Course is actually required , and what happens if you get it wrong. I speak to applicants every week who thought they were ready, only to hit delays, rejections, or extra costs. Most of these problems are avoidable. Let’s clear things up properly. Below are 8 clear answers to the questions that most often delay Personal Licence applications in 2026. I’ll explain things plainly, like I would to a smart friend over coffee. First, the short answer Yes. If you want to apply for a Personal Licence in the UK , you must complete an accredited Personal Licence Course and pass the exam. But the details matter. And this is where people slip up. 1. Is a Personal Licence Course legally required in the UK? Yes. It’s a legal requirement under the Licensing Act 2003. To apply for a Persona...