New Hampshire direct-to-consumer (DTC) wine shipping rules and regulations
It feels like everyone is ordering wine online. Does New Hampshire permit DTC wine shipping? Find out and learn wine tax rates and rules for your state.
New Hampshire wine taxes, permits, and rules
08/01/2021
Licensing
DTC License Required: Yes
License Type: DTC Permit
License Fee: $100
License Expiration: 1 year from issue date
License Bond: N/A
Sales tax
State Sales Tax: No
Local Sales Tax: No
Sales Tax on Shipping: No
Alcohol tax
Percentage Markup Fee: 8% General
Volume limits
Consumer Limit: 12 cases per person per calendar year; 60 containers per person per calendar year
Per State Aggregate: 800 750 ml bottles of the same brand or 66.67 cases in a calendar year (to sell more, must offer to sell a matching amount to the New Hampshire Liquor Commission)
Returns
Sales and Use Tax: N/A
Direct Shipper Markup Tax: Monthly by the 15th
Record Retention: At least 3 years
Product requirements*
Product Restrictions: N/A
Product Registration: Not required
Registration Fees: N/A
Product Requirements: A direct shipper may ship directly to New Hampshire consumers over 21 years of age or licensees in packages clearly marked “Alcoholic Beverages, adult signature (over 21 years of age) required.”
*Nearly all states have some kind of rule regarding how wine must be labeled when being shipped direct to consumer. Please check for the unique rule for your state.
Additional information
Please note: Tax rates, rules, and regulations change frequently. Although we hope you'll find this information helpful, this page is for informational purposes only and does not provide legal or tax advice.
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Integrate with existing business systems
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Simplify returns filing, remittance, and reporting processes
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