A factory canteen is a food business in an industrial building that sells or supplies meals only to people working in that building, for eating in the building. The licence is issued only in industrial buildings.
Apart from serving only the building's workers, a factory canteen's requirements are broadly the same as an ordinary restaurant's. To sell or make food in an industrial or commercial building without dine-in seating, apply for a food factory licence instead.
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Government fees: factory canteen
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| Floor area | New full licence / year | Renewal / year |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 100 m² | 1,300 | 2,710 |
| Over 100, up to 150 m² | 1,980 | 3,390 |
| Over 150, up to 200 m² | 3,280 | 4,690 |
| Over 200, up to 250 m² | 4,340 | 6,050 |
| Over 250, up to 1,000 m² | 5,670–23,820 | 7,380–25,530 |
| Over 1,000 m² | 38,630–131,960 | 40,340–134,440 |
All amounts in Hong Kong dollars. These are the government licence fees set by FEHD; each range spans several floor-area bands, and the actual fee follows the band of the premises' floor area. Since 1 November 2025 the fee for a new full licence no longer includes the Fire Services Department's prescribed fees; renewal fees are unchanged. Government fees are charged separately from our service fee.
Shop requirements
- The kitchen, food preparation and utensil-washing areas must make up 10% to 14% of the total floor area, and not less than 5 sq m.
Approved building types
- Commercial buildings for industrial use
Special requirements
- A bilingual notice, 「只准本大廈之工廠員工使用」 (FACTORY EMPLOYEES OF THIS BUILDING ONLY), at the canteen entrance and prominently inside.
- Toilets are required; the number of sanitary fitments depends on the seating and the number of staff.
- Only non-bottled, non-alcoholic drinks may be served (herbal tea excepted).
Related licences
- For renewal steps and renewal fees, see licence renewal.
Factory canteen licence FAQ
Is a factory canteen licence the same as a restaurant licence?
How does it differ from a general or light refreshment restaurant licence?
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