MINISTRY OF LAW (MINLAW)
MINISTRY OF LAW issues 3 business licences and permits in Singapore. Each one below targets a specific industry, activity, or premises type — click through for the full reference: validity, processing time, prerequisites, and which SSIC industry codes it applies to.
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All MINLAW licences
Moneylender's Licence
The Moneylender's Licence is required by the Ministry of Law (MINLAW) for businesses engaging in moneylending activities in Singapore. The licence is valid for 1 year, with processing typically completed in 2 weeks, depending on the complexity of the application and document submissions.
Pawnbroker's Licence
The Pawnbroker's Licence is required by the Ministry of Law (MINLAW) for businesses engaging in pawnbroking in Singapore. The licence is valid for 1, 2, or 3 years, depending on the choice of the licensee, with processing typically completed in 2 weeks, subject to the complexity of the application.
Registration of Precious Stones and Precious Metals Dealers
The Registration of Precious Stones and Precious Metals Dealers licence is issued by the Ministry of Law (MINLAW) in Singapore for businesses dealing in precious stones and metals. It is valid for 1 year, with processing typically taking up to 30 working days.