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Cancel tobacco import and wholesale licence​

Find out how to cancel your tobacco import and wholesale licence.

Last updated 13 March 2026

When to cancel

You may cancel your tobacco import and wholesale licence if you do not wish to continue dealing in tobacco products.

You should submit your cancellation application at least one week before the expiry date of the licence.

Fees

Refer to tobacco control fees and turnaround time for more information.

Refund eligibility

You can get a refund for your tobacco import and wholesale licence fee only when both of the following conditions are fulfilled:

  1. The licence is valid for at least three full remaining months.

  2. You are cancelling the licence because:

    • The licensee has passed away.

    • The renewed licence has not taken effect.

Note: A $100 application fee is chargeable for the cancellation of a renewed licence before it comes into effect. You will need to provide the death certificate of the licensee in order to claim a refund.

How to cancel

You can cancel your tobacco import and wholesale licence online through cancel@prism. Ensure you have the following credentials before you access the e-service: