A liquor license is a governmentally issued permit to sell, manufacture, store, or otherwise use alcoholic beverages.
Where To Apply For Liquor License In South Africa
Your local Municipality`s Planning Department or Land Use Department can confirm the suitability of a premises for an application for a specific Liquor License, should it be a Liquor Store, Restaurant, Tavern, Club or any other Liquor License.
How do I apply for a liquor Licence in South Africa?
Premises. You need a premises before you can even apply for a Liquor License.
SARS clearance. Apply for your Tax clearance certificate at SARS.
Liquor License. Contact a reputable Liquor License Consultant to give you a quote clearly confirming all cost.
Start planning your shop. Decide on your target market.
Budget.
How much does it cost to get a liquor license in South Africa?
The cost is between R15,000 and R25,000.
What are the requirements for a liquor license?
How do I apply for a licence to sell intoxicating liquor?
Liquor Licence application forms filled out in triplicate.
Board of Inland Revenue File (BIR) Number.
Floor plan of premises to be licensed.
Valid Police Certificate of Good Character of owner/applicant.
How do I get a temporary liquor license in South Africa?
Any person with a liquor licence can apply for a temporary liquor license. You can apply for a temporary liquor licence for 14 consecutive days at a time and for not more than 30 days in a year.
Application forms and relevant liquor legislation are available on the Western Cape Liquor Authority website.
How long does it take to get a liquor license in SA?
about four to five months
It takes on average about four to five months to get a liquor license so you don’t want to put in a position where you can’t trade.
Do you need a liquor license to sell alcohol online South Africa?
Although technology now makes it possible to order liquor online or via an app, the Liquor Act, 2003 (Act 59 of 2003) that regulates retail sales requires a licence holder to keep records and issue invoices containing prescribed information.