licensing_information

How to apply for a license

Licenses from the Town of Hudson must obtain approval from the Police Department prior to renewing your liquor license. Licensees that are required to carry Liability Insurance must send a copy of this agreement to the Division of Enforcement and Licensing prior to on-line renewal

New Hampshire is a control state. Controlled jurisdictions are involved in the sales of spirits and wines, the licensing of manufacturing, wholesale and retail businesses and the enforcement of laws related to these areas.

If you are interested in obtaining a license to sell alcoholic beverages in New Hampshire you need to make application to the Liquor Commission's licensing unit. All individuals, officers and/or directors obtaining a license in New Hampshire must be:

Over the age of 21
United States citizens or registered aliens
Free of felony convictions

Manufacturing, Wholesale and Vendor Licenses

Individuals interested in obtaining a manufacturers license, vendor license, Carrier or wholesaler license you may go to Forms, email the Bureau's licensing supervisor Diane Leroux or call her at 603-271-3521 for more information on the application procedure and requirements.

Retail Licenses - On and Off Premise

The New Hampshire legislature developed a licensing system that requires an applicant to apply for license type that is defined in statute. For example, a person who wished to apply for a license to sell beer and wine in a grocery store you must meet the requirements of RSA 175:1, XXXVI. A "Grocery or convenience store" means any retail establishment where groceries are regularly and customarily sold for consumption off premises. Such establishment shall have and maintain groceries which are readily available to the public, the wholesale value of which shall not be less than $3,000, exclusive of cigarettes, magazines, newspapers, wine and beverages. Such groceries shall be representative of grocery items commonly found in such stores. NH ST § 175:1 , Definitions.

Licensing Information Lookup
Licensing Types their Limitations
Retail License Information
Personal Importing of Alcohol

License Fees

If you are interested in obtaining a retail license to sell alcoholic beverages you may contact the Bureau's license unit at 603-271-3521

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