Wisconsin direct-to-consumer (DTC) wine shipping rules and regulations
It feels like everyone is ordering wine online. Does Wisconsin permit DTC wine shipping? Find out and learn wine tax rates and rules for your state.
Wisconsin wine taxes, permits, and rules
08/01/2021
Licensing
DTC License Required: Yes
License Type: DTC Permit
License Fee: $200
License Expiration: 2 years from issue date
License Bond: Yes
Sales tax
State Sales Tax: Yes
State Sales Tax Rate: 5.000%
Local Sales Tax: Yes
Local Sales Tax Range: 0%–0.6%
Sales Tax on Shipping: Yes
Alcohol tax
Alcohol Beverage Tax: $0.06605–$0.1189/L
Volume limits
Consumer Limit: 12 cases per person annually
Per State Aggregate: Unlimited
Returns
Sales and Use Tax: Annually by January 31
Excise Tax: Quarterly by the 15th
Record Retention: At least 4 years
Product requirements*
Product Restrictions: None
Product Registration: No
Registration Fees: N/A
Product Requirements: Containers of wine shipped to an individual in Wisconsin shall be clearly labeled to indicate that the package may not be delivered to an underage person or to an intoxicated person.
*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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02
Integrate with existing business systems
03
Streamline tax calculation and exemption management
04
Automate many of your licensing and registration processes
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Simplify returns filing, remittance, and reporting processes
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