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How to Get a Retail alcohol License in Georgia (2026)

Quick answer

Retail applicants need a local license before the Department issues the state license.

Renewal

The alcohol renewal season begins the first business day of September thru December 31st of each year.

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Last verified Oct 25, 2026

How do I get this license?

  1. Check the licensing authority

    Board

    Georgia Department of Revenue

    Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
    a valid local license is still required before the Department can issue the state license.
    Official source

    Official agency page

    Open the official agency page

    Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
    a valid local license is still required before the Department can issue the state license.
    Official source
  2. Prepare your application

    Apply with the agency

    Open the official agency page

    Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
    On this page, find guidelines for completing the Retail License application online using the Georgia Tax Center.
    Official source
  3. Confirm your next step with the agency

    Review the official instructions for your situation before applying.

    Open the official agency page

What else should I know?

Agency guidance

Retail applicants need a local license before the Department issues the state license.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
a valid local license is still required before the Department can issue the state license.
Official source

Agency guidance

State retail categories include retail beer and wine, retail package stores, and consumption on premises for distilled spirits.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
The state offers several retail licenses: retail (beer and/or wine), retail package (package stores), consumption on premises (distilled spirits) and special event permits.
Official source

Agency guidance

Renewal instructions: https://dor.georgia.gov/alcohol/renew-alcohol-license

Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Renew Alcohol License
Official source

Agency guidance

State retail fees: Retail Dealer/Package Store $200; Retail Malt Beverage $50; Retail Wine $50.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Retail Dealer/Package Store - $200 Retail Malt Beverage - $50 Retail Wine - $50
Official source

When do I renew, and is CE required?

Renewal

The alcohol renewal season begins the first business day of September thru December 31st of each year.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
The alcohol renewal season begins the first business day of September thru December 31st of each year.
Official source

Have a license or permit? Use the expiration date printed on it to set up your calendar and reminders.

What does it cost?

Confirm the charges and conditions for your application with the official agency.

What are the common questions?

How often do I renew a retail alcohol license license in Georgia?

The alcohol renewal season begins the first business day of September thru December 31st of each year.

Source and quotation
The alcohol renewal season begins the first business day of September thru December 31st of each year.
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Which official sources support this guide?

Official sources and verification (8)

Last verified Oct 25, 2026. Each quotation supports the corresponding published value.

Board

Georgia Department of Revenue

Georgia Department of Revenue

a valid local license is still required before the Department can issue the state license.
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Official agency page

Open the official agency page

https://dor.georgia.gov/centralized-alcohol-licensing-retail-licensees

a valid local license is still required before the Department can issue the state license.
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Agency guidance

Retail applicants need a local license before the Department issues the state license.

Retail applicants need a local license before the Department issues the state license.

a valid local license is still required before the Department can issue the state license.
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Agency guidance

State retail categories include retail beer and wine, retail package stores, and consumption on premises for distilled spirits.

State retail categories include retail beer and wine, retail package stores, and consumption on premises for distilled spirits.

The state offers several retail licenses: retail (beer and/or wine), retail package (package stores), consumption on premises (distilled spirits) and special event permits.
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Agency guidance

Renewal instructions: https://dor.georgia.gov/alcohol/renew-alcohol-license

Renewal instructions: https://dor.georgia.gov/alcohol/renew-alcohol-license

Renew Alcohol License
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Agency guidance

State retail fees: Retail Dealer/Package Store $200; Retail Malt Beverage $50; Retail Wine $50.

State retail fees: Retail Dealer/Package Store $200; Retail Malt Beverage $50; Retail Wine $50.

Retail Dealer/Package Store - $200 Retail Malt Beverage - $50 Retail Wine - $50
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Apply with the agency

Open the official agency page

https://gtc.dor.ga.gov

On this page, find guidelines for completing the Retail License application online using the Georgia Tax Center.
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Renewal

The alcohol renewal season begins the first business day of September thru December 31st of each year.

The alcohol renewal season begins the first business day of September thru December 31st of each year. Applies to: Georgia alcohol license renewal season

The alcohol renewal season begins the first business day of September thru December 31st of each year.
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Not yet verified: license fee, required hours, exam, continuing education — see the official agency.

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