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South Carolina Department of Revenue
Alcohol Beverage Licensing
PO Box 125
Columbia, SC 29214-0907

Phone: 803-898-5864

Report alcohol-related violations:
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Beer & Wine Prod​u​cer or Importer Permit (PBP)

The Beer & Wine Producer or Importer Permit authorizes the shipment of beer or wine to a point within the state and the subsequent sale to a licensed South Carolina wholesaler.

License ​renewal

The Beer & Wine Producer or Importer Permit must be renewed by August 31 of even years. ​ Learn more about the renewal schedule​.

​​ ​This license does NOT authorize:
  • The manufacturing, fermenting, brewing, or bottling of beer or wine by the licensee at a location within the state
  • The retail sale or on-premises consumption of beer or wine
  • The sale or consumption of liquor
  • The sale of beer or wine to retail locations
  • Curbside sales or pickup or drive-through sales or pickup of beer and wine
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​Application requirements and instructions​

First, it's important for you to review the general ABL applicant requirements listed on the ABL license directory page ​to make sure you are eligible to apply.

When you’re ready to apply, we recommend submitting your application using our free online tax portal, MyDORWAY. It’s faster and easier than completing a paper application, and you don’t have to worry about mail proc​essing or making a trip to one of our offices.​​

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​ ​Fees​
  • License fee: $400 (Due every two years with license renewal)

License requirements ​​
  • You must submit a completed Application for Registration of Beer and Wine Producer or Importer (ABL-500), 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 your Federal Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) Basic Permit or TTB Brewer’s Notice. 
  • You must submit a copy of your current alcoholic beverage manufacturing or importing license issued by your state. 
  • You must submit an Application for Beer/Wine Brand Registration (ABL-569) that lists all labels and brands you intend to ship and the wholesalers and distributors you ship to.
    • For imported labels, submit a copy of the authorization letter giving the importer the right to import as the American Source of Supply.
    • For each label or brand listed, submit a Certificate of Label Approval (COLA) from the Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB). If the alcohol content is less than 7% ABV, submit a copy of the label or brand. 
  • You must designate a wholesaler that holds an open South Carolina Wholesaler License in good standing. 
  • No person may have direct or indirect ownership, influence, or financial interest in more than one of the following entities: a manufacturer, a distributor, or a retailer of beer or wine.

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Frequently asked questions

Review the FAQs below for answers to frequently asked questions about the Beer & Wine Producer or Importer Permit​. Our Beer & Wine and ​Operating an ABL Business​​ pages ​have ​additional helpful information.​

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 Does the Beer & Wine Producer or Importer Permit have any reporting requirements?​

​ Do I need to obtain a Beer & Wine Producer or Importer Permit to import wines for sale in South Carolina?​

I am a wine producer and would like to be able to ship wine into South Carolina from another state. Do I need to complete an ABL-500 or ABL-571​ application?​

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Related SC Code of Laws

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