How to get a Liquor License in New Hampshire?

To obtain a liquor license in the state of New Hampshire, you need to follow a specific process as outlined by the NH Liquor Commission’s Division of Enforcement. This process involves completing an initial online application, receiving and filling out the appropriate application and worksheet, undergoing a site inspection, and submitting all necessary paperwork for review. Once approved, you will be contacted to make payment.

1. Complete an Initial Online Application

• Purpose: This is the first step in the licensing process. It involves providing basic information about your business to the NH Liquor Commission.
• Instructions: Visit the NH Liquor Commission's website, click on “Licensing” and then “How do I Apply?”. Click on “Complete an initial online application”. Fill in all the required information about your business, including the business address, entity name, Federal Employee Identification Number (FEIN), and business trade name. Create a User ID and Password, write them down for future use, and click “Register”.

2. Fill Out the Application and Worksheet

• Purpose: After submitting the initial online application, you will receive an email with the specific liquor license application and a worksheet. These documents need to be filled out and submitted for review.
• Instructions: Check your email for two attachments from the NH Liquor Commission: the specific liquor license application and a worksheet. Fill in all sections and answer all questions on these forms, save them to your device, and send them back to the Commission by email after your inspection is completed.

3. Request and Undergo a Site Inspection

• Purpose: Before your license can be issued, your business premises must be inspected by an Area Investigator from the NH Liquor Commission.
• Instructions: When your paperwork is ready and your business is set up for inspection, call 603-271-3523 or email NHLC.licensing@liquor.nh.gov to request a site inspection.

4. Submit All Paperwork for Review

• Purpose: After the inspection, all your paperwork needs to be reviewed and approved by the NH Liquor Commission.
• Instructions: After the inspection, email all paperwork to NHLC.licensing@liquor.nh.gov for review. Once your paperwork is reviewed and approved, you will be contacted to make payment.

Useful Information Source Links:

• NH Liquor Commission, Division of Enforcement
• Licensing Tutorial
• License Types
• Forms and Resources

FAQs:

• What forms might I need to fill out for a liquor license in New Hampshire? Some of the forms you might need include the “Authorization for Service to Another Area Form”, “Business Entity Affidavit”, and “Declaration Of Changed Corporate Entity”. If you're transporting alcohol for personal use, you'll need to fill out the “Transporting Alcohol for Personal Use” form. All these forms can be found here.
• What are the fees for a liquor license in New Hampshire? The license fees are listed under RSA 178:29. These fees are for 12 months and your initial license can run anywhere between 4 and 15 months and will be prorated accordingly. The exact fees can be found here.
• Can I renew my liquor license online in New Hampshire? Yes, renewals for retail licenses can be renewed online. For online renewal, go to the MyLicense website, register as a new user, and follow the steps on screen to renew your license. You will need to call 603-271-3523 to obtain a registration code. Please note that you cannot use the online renewal process if you have a seasonal license.

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