Retail pharmacy licensing
Understand the regulatory requirements of a retail pharmacy licence, and how you can apply for one.
Last updated 18 March 2026
Overview of pharmacy licence for a retail pharmacy
Understand the regulatory requirements before you apply for a licence for a retail pharmacy in Singapore.
Apply for a pharmacy licence for a retail pharmacy
Find out how to apply for a licence for a retail pharmacy, and what documents are required for the application.
Amend a pharmacy licence for a retail pharmacy
You must submit an amendment application for changes to your approved licence such as company or applicant details and scope of activities.
Renew or cancel a pharmacy licence for a retail pharmacy
Renew your pharmacy licence in time to continue operating your retail pharmacy in Singapore. You may also choose to cancel an existing licence.
Compounding of therapeutic products
Understand the requirements on compounding therapeutic products by licensed hospitals, medical clinics and retail pharmacies.
Supply of medicines via vending machine
Understand the regulations and requirements before using vending machines to supply therapeutic products (TPs). TPs are classified as General Sale List medicines, Pharmacy Only Medicines (P) and Prescription Only Medicines (POM).
Supply of registered therapeutic products through e-pharmacy
Understand the requirements to supply registered therapeutic products (TP), Prescription-Only medicines (POM) and Pharmacy Only medicines (P), through e- pharmacy service by licensed retail pharmacies in Singapore.
Guidance documents for retail pharmacy
Here is the list of guidance documents to help you meet the regulatory requirements for retail pharmacies.