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BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders

This qualification is designed for anyone who wishes to authorise the sale of alcohol in licensed premises in England and Wales. Passing this exam is a mandatory requirement for applying for a Personal Licence.

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Q1. Which of the following is one of the four statutory licensing objectives under the Licensing Act 2003?
  • A.  The promotion of public health
  • B.  The prevention of crime and disorder
  • C.  Maximising local authority revenue
  • D.  The encouragement of local business
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✓ Answer: B. The prevention of crime and disorder
The Licensing Act 2003 sets out four specific objectives, and 'the prevention of crime and disorder' is one of them.
Q2. Once granted, for how long does a Personal Licence remain valid?
  • A.  For 5 years, after which it must be renewed.
  • B.  For 10 years, after which it must be renewed.
  • C.  Indefinitely, unless it is surrendered, suspended, or revoked.
  • D.  Until the holder reaches the state pension age.
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✓ Answer: C. Indefinitely, unless it is surrendered, suspended, or revoked.
Following the Deregulation Act 2015, Personal Licences no longer expire and are valid indefinitely unless surrendered, revoked, or forfeited.
Q3. A qualifying members' club, such as a sports or social club, must meet certain conditions to be eligible for a Club Premises Certificate. Which of the following is a mandatory condition?
  • A.  It must have a minimum of 100 paying members.
  • B.  It must be established and conducted in good faith as a club.
  • C.  It must be open to the public for at least 10 hours per week.
  • D.  It must be affiliated with a national governing body.
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✓ Answer: B. It must be established and conducted in good faith as a club.
A core condition is that the club is genuine, with rules about membership and is not just a commercial business disguised as a club.
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The Licensing Objectives · 29
Personal Licences · 28
Premises Licences and Club Premises Certificates · 30
The Operating Schedule · 29
The Protection of Children from Harm · 30
Powers, Enforcement and Offences · 19
Temporary Event Notices · 20
Social Responsibility in Alcohol Retailing · 20

Who has to sit the BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders

Who needs a BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders?

Anyone who authorises the sale of alcohol to the public in England and Wales, aged 18 or over.

The real BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders: format

How many questions are in the BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders?

The real BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders has 40 questions and lasts 60 minutes. Our mock uses 40 questions in 60 minutes.

What is the BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders pass mark?

Real exam pass mark: 28 out of 40 (70%). Our mock marks you at 28 out of 40, the threshold we mark against.

What it costs, and what a resit costs

How much does the BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders cost?

Real exam fee: £75 - £180 (course & exam). Resit fee: Many providers offer free resits; otherwise typically £20-£40. Rebooking after a fail: Flexible; many online exams can be scheduled quickly after purchase.

How hard is it

How hard is the BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders?

Difficulty: Manageable with proper study of legal duties and alcohol legislation.

Why people fail it

Why do people fail the BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders?

Figures for the real exam from vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com, checked October 2026. Fees and rules change, so confirm with the test provider before you book.
BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders: common questions
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How long do you get?
The test is timed at 60 minutes. Our full mock runs on the same clock so you can practise your pacing.
Are these the real exam questions?
No. Our questions are original and written to match the current syllabus, so they give realistic practice without copying the official paper. Every answer comes with a plain-English explanation. Always confirm current rules and content with BIIAB.