CardNew South Wales
RSA competency card (NSW)
Issued by Liquor & Gaming NSW
What it is
The NSW card you need to sell, serve or supply alcohol. Issued by Liquor & Gaming NSW after an approved RSA course.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
How to get it
Do the RSA course with a Liquor & Gaming NSW Approved Training Provider, in a classroom or online. When you pass, the provider gives you an interim certificate. It lets you work for 90 days. Take it to a Service NSW centre with 100 points of ID to get your competency card. The course price varies by provider and includes your first card.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
A course gives you a statement of attainment. The card or licence itself is issued by Liquor & Gaming NSW.
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- What is RSA competency card (NSW)?
- The NSW card you need to sell, serve or supply alcohol. Issued by Liquor & Gaming NSW after an approved RSA course.
- How do you get RSA competency card (NSW)?
- Do the RSA course with a Liquor & Gaming NSW Approved Training Provider, in a classroom or online. When you pass, the provider gives you an interim certificate. It lets you work for 90 days. Take it to a Service NSW centre with 100 points of ID to get your competency card. The course price varies by provider and includes your first card.
- Who issues RSA competency card (NSW)?
- RSA competency card (NSW) is issued by Liquor & Gaming NSW.
- Which jobs need RSA competency card (NSW)?
- Jobs in this guide that ask for it: Bartender, Waiter and Gaming attendant.