Application for Renewal of Manager's Certificate

Step 1.Have your electronic documents ready

These include:

• an electronic copy of your current Manager's Certificate;
• an electronic copy of your Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ) certificate; 
• an electronic copy of photo identification (current passport or drivers licence); and
• an electronic copy of your work visa, if applicable.

Step 2.Apply and pay online

Complete and submit this application form and pay the associated fee. Payment can be made at the time of applying by Credit / Debit Card or Account2Account, or after applying in person.

Please note: From 15 January 2026, a 2% convenience fee applies when paying by credit or debit card. Although we collect this fee with your payment, it is passed directly to our payment provider and we do not keep any of it.

Apply Online

Step 1.Download and complete the application form

Renewal of Manager's Certificate Application Form (Print Version)(PDF, 2MB)

Step 2.Bring in your application form and relevant documents

These include:

• a copy of your Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ) certificate;
• a copy of photo identification (current passport or drivers licence);
• a copy of a letter from your current employer confirming you work in the industry; and
• copies of two (2) letters from character referees.

You can pay by cash or EFTPOS at any Horowhenua District Council office.

Step 3.Visit your nearest Council Office

Pop into your nearest Council office:

• Levin (Main Office), 126 Oxford Street, Levin, open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and on Wednesdays 9.30am to 5pm (except public holidays).
• Foxton Service Centre, 92 Main Street, Foxton, open 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday (except public holidays).
• Shannon Service Centre, Plimmer Terrace, Shannon, open 1pm to 5pm Monday to Friday (except public holidays).