Singapore Government Agency

HEALTH SCIENCES AUTHORITY (HSA)

HEALTH SCIENCES AUTHORITY issues 1 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 HSA licences

Tobacco Retail Licence
The Tobacco Retail Licence is required by the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) for businesses intending to sell tobacco products in Singapore. The licence is valid for 12 months, with processing typically completed within 2 weeks.