Virginia direct-to-consumer (DTC) wine shipping rules and regulations
It feels like everyone is ordering wine online. Does Virginia permit DTC wine shipping? Find out and learn wine tax rates and rules for your state.
Virginia wine taxes, permits, and rules
08/01/2021
Licensing
DTC License Required: Yes
License Type: DTC Permit
License Fee: $230, plus one-time $195 fee
License Expiration: 1 year from issue date
License Bond: No
Sales tax
State Sales Tax: Yes
State Sales Tax Rate: 4.300%
Local Sales Tax: Yes
Local Sales Tax Range: 0%–2.7%
Sales Tax on Shipping: No
Alcohol tax
Wine Excise Tax: $1.51/gal
Volume limits
Consumer Limit: Two cases per person per month
Per State Aggregate: Unlimited
Returns
Sales and Use Tax: Monthly by the 20th
Excise Tax: Monthly by the 15th
Record Retention: At least 2 years
Product requirements*
Product Restrictions: The sale and movement of wine products into and within the state of Virginia as well as the approval of product labels and franchise agreements is regulated by Virginia ABC. Prior to being sold within the state, all wine must be approved by the Virginia ABC Board.
Product Registration: Submit a list identifying all wine products that will be sold directly to consumers. Submit copies of federal label approvals for any products not approved for wholesale distribution.
Registration Fees: None
Product Requirements: All licensees shipping wine or beer shall affix a conspicuous notice in 16-point type or larger to the outside of each package of wine or beer shipped within or into Virginia, in a conspicuous location stating: “CONTAINS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES; SIGNATURE OF PERSON AGED 21 YEARS OR OLDER REQUIRED FOR DELIVERY.”
*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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Automate many of your licensing and registration processes
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Simplify returns filing, remittance, and reporting processes
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