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​​ Fees​

  • License fee: $600​
    • Due every two years with license renewal
    • You must pay a prorated amount of the license fee after your Liquor Warehouse License application has been approved by the SCDOR.​

License requirements

  • You must submit a completed Application for Liquor Warehouse License (ABL-921), including all supplemental forms. See Required Forms below for more information. We recommend applying on MyDORWAY​, but if submitting a paper copy of the application, make sure it’s signed and dated.
  • You must submit a copy of the lease, deed, tax bill, or enforceable written contract that grants you the right to use and control the licensed premises. This document must designate the specific area of the premises that will be licensed. In addition, you may supplement this document by submitting a copy of the ABL Lease Supplemental Information form (ABL-977).
  • No person may have direct or indirect ownership, influence, or financial interest in more than one of the following entities: a warehouse, a distributor, or a retailer of beer, wine, or liquor.

​​The fastest, easiest way to submit these forms and apply for a Liquor Warehouse License is by using our free online tax portal, MyDORWAY. After logging in, select the More ​tab, then click Apply for a New Alcohol Beverage License.

  • Application for Liquor Warehouse License​​ (ABL-921)
  • ​Verification of Lawful Presence in the United States – Applicant and Principals (ABL-920)
  • Applicant and Principal Consent and Waiver (ABL-946​​)
    • ​​If you’re applying on MyDORWAY, the ABL-920 and ABL-946 are part of the normal application workflow. You do not need to submit or attach a paper copy of the ABL-920 or ABL-946 if applying on MyDORWAY.
  • ABL Lease Supplemental Information​ (ABL-977​)
    • If you're applying on MyDORWAY, scan and upload the ABL-977 as an attachment.

Frequently asked questions

Review the FAQs below for answers to frequently asked questions about the Liquor Warehouse License​. Our Liquor and ​Operating an ABL Business​​ pages ​have ​additional helpful information.​

The Liquor Warehouse License is reserved for businesses and entities on the Manufacturing tier.

​Yes, you may move inventory between your warehouses, so long as each warehouse has a separate license.

Mailing address:

South Carolina Department of Revenue | Alcohol Beverage Licensing | PO Box 125 | Columbia, SC 292​14-0907