What Are the Basic Requirements for a Beer and Wine Permit or a Liquor Permit?
An applicant must: • Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, • Be a legal resident of the United States, • Be a legal resident of South Carolina for at least thirty (30) days prior to making application to the South Carolina Department of Revenue, • Be of good moral character. This includes the applicant, principals, officers, agents, etc. • Not have any outstanding liabilities with the Internal Revenue Service and/or the South CarolinaDepartment of Revenue. -Depending on the type of license, the location must meet certain requirements. Alcoholic Liquors Tax The alcoholic liquors tax is imposed on all manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers of alcoholic liquors. Anyone selling alcoholic liquors must apply to the Department of Revenue for a license. A $100 filing fee must be submitted with the application. The license fees are: Registered Producer’s Certificate of Registration $200 every two years Producer Representative’s Certificate of Registration $50 every two years 24-hour Mini-
