Washington direct-to-consumer (DTC) wine shipping rules and regulations
It feels like everyone is ordering wine online. Does Washington permit DTC wine shipping? Find out and learn wine tax rates and rules for your state.
Washington 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: No
Sales tax
State Sales Tax: Yes
State Sales Tax Rate: 6.5%
Local Sales Tax: Yes
Local Sales Tax Range: 0%–3.9%
Sales Tax on Shipping: Yes
Alcohol tax
Wine Tax: $0.2292–$0.4536/L
Volume limits
Consumer Limit: Unlimited
Per State Aggregate: Unlimited
Returns
Sales and Use Tax: Filing frequency based on annual tax liability
Excise Tax: Monthly by the 20th (annual filing allowed under certain conditions)
Direct Shipment: N/A
Record Retention: At least 3 years
Product requirements*
Product Restrictions: Only wines produced by the permittee may be sold and shipped to consumers
Product Registration: N/A
Registration Fees: N/A
Product Requirements: Shipping container labeling must contain language that the package cannot be delivered to persons under 21 years of age or a person who appears intoxicated.
*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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Pinpoint tax compliance needs
02
Integrate with existing business systems
03
Streamline tax calculation and exemption management
04
Automate many of your licensing and registration processes
05
Simplify returns filing, remittance, and reporting processes
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