Apply for a restaurant license
A license to operate a restaurant serving alcoholic beverages in accordance with the Restaurant Act, including health and building code requirements.
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Quick answer
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Documents you need
Certificate of Good Conduct · Certificate of Health
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Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
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How to do it
Apply directly online
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Costs
20–60 € je nach Gemeinde
How to proceed
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Complete training at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Training on hygiene, the protection of minors, and food safety regulations.
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Submit an application to the Public Order Office/Business Licensing Office
Along with a certificate of good conduct, an extract from the Central Trade Register, and a certificate from the public health department.
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Acceptance of the Premises
Through building inspection, fire safety, and food safety inspection.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
People who want to open a pub, bar, or restaurant that serves alcohol.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 months
Success rate
approx. 75.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •No proof of notification pursuant to Section 4 of the Restaurant Act (IHK)
- •Certificate of health clearance from the public health department is missing
Common reasons for rejection
- •Unreliability under commercial law
- •The premises do not meet building, fire safety, or health and safety requirements
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
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Questions & Answers
Wie lange dauert Gaststättenerlaubnis beantragen?▼
In der Regel ca. 45 Werktage – je nach Behörde und Auslastung.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- Bundesportal (verwaltung.bund.de)
- Data quality
- 100 %