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Form 83.7 – Club Authorisation - Registration Of Clubs Acts, 1904 To 1988 - Intoxicating Liquor (General) Act, 1924 Section 21 (As Amended)

Form 83.7 is used for club authorizations under the Registration of Clubs Acts 1904-1988 and Section 21 of the Intoxicating Liquor (General) Act 1924. This form is required when applying for or renewing authorization for a registered club to serve intoxicating liquor.

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Form Overview

Courts Service of Ireland - Form 83.7 – Club Authorisation - Registration Of Clubs Acts, 1904 To 1988 - Intoxicating Liquor (General) Act, 1924 Section 21 (As Amended)

Form 83.7 is used for club authorizations under the Registration of Clubs Acts 1904-1988 and Section 21 of the Intoxicating Liquor (General) Act 1924. This form is required when applying for or renewing authorization for a registered club to serve intoxicating liquor.

The form captures information about the club, its premises, committee members, and details about the alcohol service authorization.

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  • 1Most applications are delayed due to missing signatures from all committee members.
  • 2Incomplete form sections
  • 3Missing required documentation
  • 4Outdated information about club officers
  • 5Incorrect premises details

Plain English

This form helps Irish clubs get permission to serve alcohol legally. It's specifically for registered clubs that want to follow the rules for serving liquor under Irish law.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: Submit at least 8 weeks before the current authorization expires to avoid service interruptions. There may be additional processing time during busy periods.
  • Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
  • Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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What this form is for

  • Use this form for initial club alcohol authorization applications
  • Use this form for renewing existing alcohol authorizations
  • Only for registered clubs under the Registration of Clubs Acts
  • For clubs applying under Section 21 of the Intoxicating Liquor (General) Act 1924
  • Not for commercial premises or public houses

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Use this form or another form?

New club registration

Establishes legal club status first

✓ Check club registration status before proceeding

Form for club registration

Premises change of address

Premises details must match registration

✓ Update club registration before submitting

Form 83.8

Club dissolution

Proper closure required to end obligations

✓ Check if alcohol license needs separate cancellation

Club dissolution form

Temporary event alcohol service

Different rules apply for one-off events

✓ Verify if temporary authorization is needed

Event-specific form

Club name change

Legal name must match all documents

✓ Update registration with CRO before applying

Form for name amendment

Deadline or filing window

Submit at least 8 weeks before the current authorization expires to avoid service interruptions. There may be additional processing time during busy periods.

Before you submit

  1. 1Form fully completed with all sections answered
  2. 2All committee members have signed the form
  3. 3Club registration details are current and accurate
  4. 4Premises information matches registration documents
  5. 5Required fee payment included or proof of payment
  6. 6Copy of form retained for records
  7. 7All required supporting documents attached

How to file this form

  1. 1Obtain the current version of Form 83.7 from Courts Service
  2. 2Complete all sections with accurate club information
  3. 3Collect signatures from all committee members
  4. 4Gather required supporting documents
  5. 5Submit to the appropriate Courts Service office
  6. 6Pay any required fees
  7. 7Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records

Known limitations

  1. 1This form does not apply to commercial premises
  2. 2Clubs must be properly registered before applying
  3. 3Authorization may be subject to conditions
  4. 4Form does not cover temporary event licenses
  5. 5Changes in club structure may require additional forms

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6 fields

Proceedings

3 items

Title of Proceedings

The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.

Requiredtext
Record Number

The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.

Requiredtext
Court and Office

The court and the office where the document is being filed.

Requiredtext

Substance

2 items

Relief or Information Sought

What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.

Requiredtext
Grounds and Exhibits

The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.

text

Execution

1 items

Signature, Jurat or Service Details

Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.

Requiredsignature
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Current form status
COURTS

This form is current as of the latest update but may require changes if amendments to the Registration of Clubs Acts or Intoxicating Liquor Act are passed.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Verify current version with Courts Service website
  • Check if recent amendments to the Acts affect this form
  • Confirm required supporting documents haven't changed
  • Ensure fees are up to date before submission
  • Check if digital submission options are available

Quick Facts

Club committees or authorized representatives of registered clubs need to submit this form to obtain or renew authorization to serve intoxicating liquor.
The form captures information about the club, its premises, committee members, and details about the alcohol service authorization.
Submit this form when applying for initial authorization or when renewing existing authorization, typically before the current authorization expires.
Submit this form to the Courts Service of Ireland, either through their online portal if available, by mail, or in person at the relevant court office.
Submitting correctly prevents delays in authorization and ensures the club can legally serve alcohol without risking penalties or closure.
Complete all sections of the form with accurate club information. Attach required documentation and sign where indicated. Submit through the appropriate channel and keep a copy for your records.

Form Details

Revision date
18/10/25

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Sources

  • SRCForm issued by Courts Service of Ireland
  • SRCReferences Registration of Clubs Acts 1904-1988
  • SRCReferences Section 21 of Intoxicating Liquor (General) Act 1924
  • SRCForm number is 83.7
  • SRCSpecific amendments to referenced acts not confirmed in official source
  • SRCCurrent processing times not confirmed in official source
  • SRCRequired fees not confirmed in official source
  • SRCDigital submission options not confirmed in official source

Common confusion points

Difference between club registration and alcohol authorization

Which committee members need to sign the form

Whether premises need separate planning permission

How changes in club officers affect the authorization

Relationship between this form and other licensing requirements

Whether temporary changes to premises require new authorization

Documentation required for club premises

Renewal timing and process

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