Application Procedure

What is it?

The Cockfighting License is issued under the provision of The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Cockfighting) (Amendment) Rules 1996 under The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Ordinance 1962. The license only permits the holders to host a cockfight on the following occasions:

-	Gawai Burong
-	Gawai Antu (Soul Festival)
-	Gawai Batu ( Wetstone Festival)
-	Sabong Lumbong (Special prayer at well-known tomb)
-	Gawai Dayak (Harvest Festival)
-	Other functions approved by the State Supreme Council

Application for the license will be considered by the Divisional Cockfighting License Issuing Committee chaired by the Resident.

How to Apply?

- Obtain an application form free of charge at the district office
- Fill the form in two (2) copies and submit them with following documents:

•	Location map of the cockfighting area
•	Death Certificate (for Gawai Antu - Sabong Lumbong)
•	Prior approval from the local community leader

- Fee of RM50.00 will be charged
- The license must be returned to the Resident’s Office within seven (7) days after the cockfighting has been held .