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Business License Guide

Business licenses are designed for ongoing commercial operations, such as manufacturers (brewers, distillers, winemakers), wholesalers, retailers (spirits, beer, wine), mixed beverage establishments, caterers, and other permanent venues involved in the production, distribution, or sale of alcoholic beverages.

Disclaimer: All of the information contained below comes directly from the Oklahoma State Statutes that govern the licenses provided for in the ABC Act in Title 37A. This information is strictly for guidance and may not be a comprehensive list of all authorizations provided for a particular license. Please reference the statutory information provided for full details.

Business License Types:

Distributor and Wholesaler Licenses

Authorizes the holder to purchase and import cider into this state from holders of manufacturer’s licenses and their agents who are the holders of manufacturer’s agent licenses and to purchase and import beer or cider from holders of a brewer or small brewer license.

Authorizes the holder to sell beer and cider in retail containers in state to beer distributors and out of state to qualified persons.

Authorizes the holder to donate beer and cider to organizations for charitable purposes.

Statute: Beer Distributor License
Application Fee: $750 + $1,000 Surcharge
Renewal Fee: $750 + $1,000 Surcharge
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • TTB Permit
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases: In-State Beer Distributor

SED – Brewpub, Small Brewer, and Winemaker Self-Distribution

Authorizes holders of a brewpub license to manufacture, bottle, package, and store beer on the licensed premises and to sell beer produced by the licensee for on or off premises consumption.

Authorizes the holder to self-distribute the products produced by the holder of the same Brewpub license.

Statute: Brewpub License
Application Fee: $750
Renewal Fee: $750
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • TTB Permit
  • Out of State Applicants:
    • Individual History Forms as required by entity type
    • Affidavit of Eligibility and Price Posting Affidavit
    • Location Diagram
    • Certificate of Good Standing from the Oklahoma Secretary of State
    • Entity Specific Documentation: Articles of Organization, Certificate of Incorporation, or Certificate of Partnership
    • Entity Specific Documentation: Operating Agreement, Election Minutes, or Partnership Agreement
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases: Brewpub who intends to self-distribute and not use a beer distributor or wine and spirits wholesaler

Authorizes holders to distribute beer and cider produced only by the same licensee to the holders of the following: Retail Beer license, Retail Spirits license, Mixed Beverage license, Beer and Wine license, Caterer’s license, Special Event license, Public Event license, Charitable Auction license, or Brewpub license.

Note: A small brewer shall elect to distribute through a distributor or to self-distribute; however, they may not do both simultaneously.

Statute: Brewer License - Small Brewer License - Small Brewer Self-distribution License - Authority of License Holders
Application Fee: Production Based:
    < 15,000 barrels: $350;
    > 15,000 barrels: $750
Renewal Fee: Production Based:
    < 15,000 barrels: $350;
    > 15,000 barrels: $750
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • TTB Permit
  • Out of State Applicants:
    • Individual History Forms as required by entity type
    • Affidavit of Eligibility and Price Posting Affidavit
    • Location Diagram
    • Certificate of Good Standing from the Oklahoma Secretary of State
    • Entity Specific Documentation: Articles of Organization, Certificate of Incorporation, or Certificate of Partnership
    • Entity Specific Documentation: Operating Agreement, Election Minutes, or Partnership Agreement
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases: Small Brewer who intends to self-distribute and not use a beer distributor or wine and spirits wholesaler

Authorizes a licensed winemaker in Oklahoma or out of state to distribute its own wine directly to the holders of a Retail Spirits license, Retail Beer license, Retail Wine license, Mixed Beverage license, Beer and Wine license, and to restaurants in this state.

Note: A winemaker may self-distribute if they produce not more than 15,000 gallons of wine annually and may sell directly to retail package stores, mixed beverage licensees, beer and wine licensees, and restaurants.

Statute: Winemaker Self-distribution License
Application Fee: Production Based:
    < 10k gallons: $350;
    > 10k gallons: $750
Renewal Fee: Production Based:
    < 10k gallons: $350;
    > 10k gallons: $750
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • TTB Permit
  • Out of State Applicants:\
    • Individual History Forms as required by entity type
    • Affidavit of Eligibility and Price Posting Affidavit
    • Location Diagram
    • Certificate of Good Standing from the Oklahoma Secretary of State
    • Entity Specific Documentation: Articles of Organization, Certificate of Incorporation, or Certificate of Partnership
    • Entity Specific Documentation: Operating Agreement, Election Minutes, or Partnership Agreement
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases: Winemaker who intends to self-distribute and not use a beer distributor or wine and spirits wholesaler

Authorizes the holder to purchase and import spirits and wines from holders of a Manufacturer or Nonresident Seller license and their agents who hold Manufacturer’s Agent licenses. 

Authorizes the holder to purchase and import into this state spirits and wines from licensed distillers, rectifiers, and winemakers in this state.

Authorizes the holder to sell wine and spirits in retail containers in this state to the holders of a Retail Spirits license, Mixed Beverage license, Caterer license, Special Event license, Public Event license, Hotel Beverage license, and Airline/Railroad license.

 Authorizes the holder to maintain not more than 3 self-owned or leased and self-operated bonded warehouses where product is received and unloaded prior to distribution to retailers for a minimum of 24 hours.

Note: Wine and Spirits Wholesalers shall NOT accept payment by credit card.

Statute: Wine and Spirits Wholesaler License
Application Fee: $3,000 + $2,500 Surcharge
Renewal Fee: $3,000 + $2,500 Surcharge
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • TTB Permit
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, LLCs that hold an active Beer Distributor license
Intended Use Cases: In-State Wine and Spirits Wholesaler

Manufacturer and Importer Licenses

Authorizes the holder to manufacture, bottle, package, and store beer and cider on the licensed premises.

Authorizes the holder to sell beer and cider in this state to holders of Beer Distributor licenses and retail licenses or to sell to qualified persons out of this state.

Statute: Brewer License - Small Brewer License - Small Brewer Self-distribution License - Authority of License Holders
Application Fee: $1,250
Renewal Fee: $1,250
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • TTB Permit
  • Out of State Applicants:
    • Individual History Forms as required by entity type
    • Entity Specific Documentation: Operating Agreement, Election Minutes, or Partnership Agreement
    • Certificate of Liability Insurance
    • Certificate of Authority/Registration from the Oklahoma Secretary of State
    • TTB Permit or Brewer’s Notice
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases:
 Brewery that produces more than 65,000 barrels per year

Authorizes the holder to sell beer produced by the licensee for on or off-premises consumption on the brewery premises and to sell beer at public events.

Note: Holders of a Brewpub license may also hold a Mixed Beverage license, Beer and Wine license, Caterer’s license, and a Brewpub Self-Distribution license.

Statute: Brewpub License
Application Fee: $1,005
Renewal Fee: $1,005
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • TTB Permit
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases:
 Brewery selling brewed products on premises in conjunction with food

Authorizes the holders to formulate, manufacture, bottle, package, and store charitable collaboration beer, or any part thereof, on the licensed premises.

Authorizes the holders to sell charitable collaboration beer in state to holders of Beer Distributor licenses and retail licenses or out of state to qualified purposes for the sole purpose of fundraising for a stated charitable purpose.

Authorizes the holders to sell charitable collaboration beer for on or off-premises consumption and at public events.

Note: If either brewer holds a self-distribution license, the holder may self-distribute the charitable collaboration beer.

Statute: Charitable Collaboration Brewer License
Application Fee: $0
Renewal Fee: $0

Required Documents:
  • Brewery License for both Brewers listed on the Charitable Collaboration Brewer Application
  • Individual History Forms as required by entity type
  • Certificate of Good Standing with the Oklahoma Secretary of State
  • Entity Specific Documentation: Articles of Organization, Certificate of Incorporation, or Certificate of Partnership
  • Entity Specific Documentation: Operating Agreement, Election Minutes, or Partnership Agreement
  • Information regarding the charitable organization to receive the proceeds of the sale of charitable collaboration beer
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases:
 Two licensed Brewers providing a product for charitable sales purposes

Authorizes the holder to manufacture, bottle, package, and store spirits on the licensed premises.

Authorizes the holder to sell spirits in this state to licensed wholesalers and manufacturers and out of state to qualified persons.

Authorizes the holder to purchase and import spirits from licensed distillers and rectifiers in this state for manufacturing purposes.

Authorizes the holder to sell spirits produced by the same licensee for on or off-premises consumption and at public events.

Note: The physical location of the distillery must be Oklahoma to apply for this license.

Statute: Distiller License
Application Fee: $3,125
Renewal Fee: $3,125
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • TTB Permit
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases:
 Distiller producing spirits in the state of Oklahoma

Authorizes distillers, winemakers, spirits manufacturers, and importers and brokers seeking to sell wine and spirits in Oklahoma to solicit and take orders for wine and spirits from holders of licenses authorized to import, ship, deliver, or cause to be shipped or delivered the same into the state.

Note: No licensee in this state is authorized to import alcoholic beverages from without this state from any person not holding a valid Brewer, Small Brewer, Manufacturer or Nonresident seller license.

Note: The Non-Resident Seller license cannot be used to import beer, cider, or any malt product.

Statute:

 Manufacturer's or Nonresident Seller License - Licenses Required for Import and Shipment of Alcoholic Beverages

Application Fee:
  • Non-Resident Seller: $750, prorated quarterly during the fiscal year + $2,500 surcharge
    • July – September: $3,250
    • January – March: $2,875
    • October – December: $3,062.50
    • April – June: $2,867.50
  • Non-Resident Seller (Manufacturer): Production Based:
    • 50 cases or less: $150
    • 51-100 cases: $300
    • 501 cases or more: $600

Renewal Fee:
  • Non-Resident Seller: $750 + $2,500 surcharge
  • Non-Resident Seller (Manufacturer): Production Based:
    • 50 cases or less: $150
    • 51-100 cases: $300
    • 501 cases or more: $600
Reporting Requirements: The holder of a Manufacturer or Nonresident Seller license shall, upon consignment of any wine and spirits to an importer in Oklahoma, forward a true copy of the invoice and bill of lading to the ABLE Commission.
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • TTB Permit
  • Out of State Applicants:
    • Certificate of Authority or Registration from the Oklahoma Secretary of State in addition to all other required documents
  • Manufacturer Applicants:
    • Manufacturer Affidavit of Eligibility
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases:
 Out of state 1) broker or 2) manufacturer (winery or distillery) intending to import 1) others wine and spirits products or 2) their own wine and spirits products into Oklahoma

Authorizes the holder to manufacture, bottle, package, and store beer and cider produced by the licensee on the licensed premises.

Authorizes the holder to sell beer and cider in this state to holders of beer distributor licenses and out of state to qualified persons.

Authorizes the holder to sell beer and cider produced by the licensee for on or off-premises consumption to consumers on the licensed premises and at events attended by the public.

Note: Holders of an Oklahoma Small Brewer license may host off-site events and also hold a Brewpub license.

Statute: Brewer License - Small Brewer License - Small Brewer Self-distribution License - Authority of License Holders
Application Fee: $125 + $35 Surcharge
Renewal Fee: $125 + $35 Surcharge
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • TTB Permit
  • Out of State Applicants:
    • Individual History Forms as required by entity type
    • Entity Specific Documentation: Operating Agreement, Election Minutes, or Partnership Agreement
    • Certificate of Liability Insurance
    • Certificate of Authority/Registration from the Oklahoma Secretary of State
    • TTB Permit or Brewer’s Notice
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases:
 Brewery that produces less than 65,000 barrels per year, located within or without Oklahoma

Authorizes the holder to rectify, bottle, package, and store spirits and wines on the licensed premises.

Authorizes the holder to sell spirits and wines in this state to licensed manufacturers and wholesalers and out of state to qualified persons.

Authorizes the holder to purchase from licensed manufacturers in this state and to import wine and spirits into this state for manufacturing purposes.

Statute: Rectifier License
Application Fee: $3,125
Renewal Fee: $3,125
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • TTB Permit
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases:
 Rectify alcohol

Authorizes the holder to sell, ship, or deliver sacramental wine to any religious corporation or society in Oklahoma holding a valid 501(a) tax exemption and listed as an exempt organization in Section 501(c)(3).

Statute: Sacramental Wine Supplier License
Application Fee: $100
Renewal Fee: $100
Required Documents:
  • Verification of 501(c) status
  • Individual History Forms as required by entity type
  • Certificate of Good Standing with the Oklahoma Secretary of State
  • Entity Specific Documentation: Articles of Organization, Certificate of Incorporation, or Certificate of Partnership
  • Entity Specific Documentation: Operating Agreement, Election Minutes, or Partnership Agreement
  • TTB Permit
  • Copy of current winery license
Allowable Entity: 501(a) or 501(c) Tax Exempt Organizations
Intended Use Cases:
 Supply sacramental wine to religious organizations

Authorizes the holder to manufacture and bottle wines produced by the small farm winery.

Authorizes the holder to establish Satellite Tasting Rooms and serve for on-premises consumption or sell sealed containers for off-premises consumption. The holder may also purchase beer from an authorized vendor and sell for on-premises consumption only.

Authorizes the holder to display an “Oklahoma Grown” sticker if 75% of the grapes utilized are grown in Oklahoma.

Statute: Small Farm Winery License
Application Fee: $75 + $25 Surcharge
Renewal Fee: $75 + $25 Surcharge
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • TTB Permit
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases:
 Winery in Oklahoma that produces less than 25,000 gallons per year

Authorizes to manufacture, blend, mix, treat, bottle, package and store wine on licensed premises not containing more than 24% ABV.

Authorizes the holder to sell wine in this state to licensed manufacturers and wholesalers and out of state to qualified persons.

Authorizes the holder to establish Satellite Tasting Rooms and serve for on-premises consumption or sell sealed containers for off-premises consumption. The holder may also purchase beer from an authorized vendor and sell for on-premises consumption only.

Statute: Winemaker License
Application Fee: $625
Renewal Fee: $625
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • TTB Permit
  • Out of State Applicants:
    • Individual History Forms as required by entity type
    • Entity Specific Documentation: Operating Agreement, Election Minutes, or Partnership Agreement
    • Certificate of Authority/Registration from the Oklahoma Secretary of State
    • Certificate of Liability Insurance
    • TTB Permit
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases:
 Winery in Oklahoma that produces less than 25,000 gallons per year

On-Premise Retail Licenses

Authorizes the holder to purchase beer and wine in retail containers from licensed wholesaler, beer distributor, small brewer self-distribution, or brewpub self-distribution licensees and to sell, offer for sale, and possess beer and wine for on-premises consumption only.

Golf courses, country clubs, and marinas may sell beer and wine for off-premises consumption if they meet the proper NAICS definition and limit sales to 2 sealed original packages to one person.

Statute: On-premises Beer and Wine License
Application Fee: $500 + $25 Surcharge
Renewal Fee: $450 + $25 Surcharge
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation, Municipal Trust
Intended Use Cases:
 Bars, Restaurants, Golf Courses, Family Entertainment Venues (Bowling, Arcades, Mini-Golf)

Authorizes the holder to purchase and sell mixed beverages provided by law for the holder of a Mixed Beverage License or a Caterer License whose sales

Statute: Mixed Beverage/Caterer Combination License
Application Fee: $1,250 + $25 Surcharge + $250 Administrative
Renewal Fee: $1,250 + $25 Surcharge + $250 Administrative
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation, Municipal Trust
Intended Use Cases:
 Restaurants, Country Clubs, Casinos, Sports Venues where food sales make up at least 35% of total sales

Authorizes the holder to sell or serve alcoholic beverages in 50ml spirits (mini liquor bottles), 187ml wine (small wine bottles), and 12oz malt beverages (beer, cider) which are distributed from a hotel room mini-bar.

Additional Provisions Relating to Hotel Beverage Licensees - Minibars in Hotel Rooms

Statute: Hotel Beverage License
Application Fee: $1,005
Renewal Fee: $905
Required Documents:
  • Copy of active hotel/motel Mixed Beverage license
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation, Municipal Trust
Intended Use Cases:
 Hotels

Authorizes the holder to purchase alcohol, spirits, beer, and wine in retail containers from the holder of a wine and spirits wholesaler and beer distributor license; if the mixed beverage licensee is also a restaurant, they may purchase wine directly from a winemaker or beer from a beer distributor who has elected to self-distribute.

Authorizes the holder to sell and possess mixed beverages for on-premises consumption.

Note: Holders of a mixed beverage license may also hold a Retail Beer and/or Retail Wine license.

Statute: Mixed Beverage License
Application Fee: $1,005 + $25 Surcharge + $500 Administrative
Renewal Fee: $905 + $25 Surcharge + $500 Administrative
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation, Municipal Trust
Intended Use Cases:
 Bars, Restaurants, Country Clubs, Casinos, Family Entertainment Venues (Bowling, Arcades, Mini-Golf), Movie Theater

Authorizes the holder to purchase alcohol, spirits, beer, and wine in retail containers from the holder of a wine and spirits wholesaler and beer distributor license; if the mixed beverage licensee is also a restaurant, they may purchase wine directly from a winemaker or beer from a beer distributor who has elected to self-distribute.

Authorizes the holder to sell and possess mixed beverages for on-premises consumption.

Statute: Mixed Beverage License
Application Fee: $500
Renewal Fee: $500
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
  • Proof of tax exempt status
Allowable Entity: 501(c)(19), (8), or (10) exempt organizations
Intended Use Cases:
 VFW, Elks Lodge, American Legion

Off-Premise Retail Licenses

Authorizes the holder to purchase beer from a beer distributor or the holder of a small brewer self-distribution license.

Authorizes the holder to sell the same for off-premises consumption only and not for resale and to host alcoholic beverage tastings.

Note: No holder of a Retail Beer license may sell a malt beverage in excess of 15% ABV.

Statute: Retail Spirits License - Retail Wine License - Retail Beer License - Hosting Alcoholic Beverage Tastings - Samples - Alcoholic Beverage Training
Application Fee: $500 + $250 Surcharge
Renewal Fee: $500 + $250 Surcharge
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation, Municipal Trust
Intended Use Cases: Convenience Stores, Gas Stations, Grocery Stores and Markets, Discount Food Stores, Retail Pharmacies

Authorizes the holder to purchase wine and spirits from a wine and spirits wholesaler and beer from a beer distributor or holder of a small brewer self-distribution license.

Authorizes the holder to sell the same for off-premises consumption only and not for resale and to host alcoholic beverage tastings.

Statute: Retail Spirits License - Retail Wine License - Retail Beer License - Hosting Alcoholic Beverage Tastings - Samples - Alcoholic Beverage Training
Application Fee: Population Based:
200-2,500: $305 + $150 Surcharge;
2,501-5,000: $605 + $200 Surcharge;
5,001+: $905 + $250 Surcharge
Renewal Fee: Population Based:
200-2,500: $305 + $150 Surcharge;
2,501-5,000: $605 + $200 Surcharge;
5,001+: $905 + $250 Surcharge
Required Documents:
  • *link*
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, General Partnership, Limited Partnership
Intended Use Cases: Retail Liquor Store

Authorizes the holder to purchase wine from a wine and spirits wholesaler or from a small farm winemaker who has elected to self-distribute.

Authorizes the holder to sell the same for off-premises consumption only and not for resale and to host alcoholic beverage tastings.

Statute: Retail Spirits License - Retail Wine License - Retail Beer License - Hosting Alcoholic Beverage Tastings - Samples - Alcoholic Beverage Training
Application Fee: $1000 + $250 Surcharge
Renewal Fee: $1000 + $250 Surcharge
Required Documents:
  • *link to the License Entity Information pdf*
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation, Municipal Trust
Intended Use Cases: Convenience Stores, Gas Stations, Grocery Stores and Markets, Discount Food Stores, Retail Pharmacies

Shipping and Transportation

Authorizes the holder to sell or serve alcoholic beverages in any size container on a commercial passenger airplane or vessel operated in compliance with a valid license, permit, or certificate issued under the authority of the United States and store alcoholic beverages at any airport or facility regularly served by the licensee.

Statute: Airline/Railroad/Commercial Vessel Beverage License
Application Fee: $1,005
Renewal Fee: $905
Required Documents:
  • Entity Specific Documentation: Operating Agreement, Election Minutes, or Partnership Agreement
  • Entity Specific Documentation: Articles of Organization, Certificate of Incorporation, or Certificate of Partnership
  • Certificate of Good Standing with the Oklahoma Secretary of State
  • FAA Carrier or other interstate traffic permit
Allowable Entity: Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership
Intended Use Cases: Airlines, Commercial Vehicles

Authorizes the holder, which may be any common carrier operating under a certificate of convenience and necessity issued by any authorized federal or state regulatory agency, to transport alcoholic beverages into, within, and out of this state.

Exception: The holder cannot transport wine sold directly by a winemaker or a winery to a retail package store or restaurant.

Statute: Carrier License
Application Fee: $23
Renewal Fee: $23
Reporting Requirements: All carriers that bring, carry, or transport wine for delivery to any person in the state, except wine or spirits wholesalers or beer distributors, shall report quarterly all known wine shipments.
Required Documents:
  • Individual History Forms as required by entity type
  • Certificate of Operating Authority from the DoT or other authorized regulatory agency
  • Entity Specific Documentation: Articles of Organization, Certificate of Incorporation, or Certificate of Partnership
  • Entity Specific Documentation: Operating Agreement, Election Minutes, or Partnership Agreement
  • Certificate of Good Standing with the Oklahoma Secretary of State
  • Certificate of General Liability
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership
Intended Use Cases: Transporting alcohol into, within, or out of Oklahoma

Authorizes the holder to ship up to six 9-liter cases of wine annually directly to an Oklahoma resident who is 21 years of age or older for such resident’s personal use and not for resale. The holder must be a valid winery licensed in this or any other state.

Note: No resident shall be permitted to purchase more than thirty 9-liter cases of wine per year by this method.

Statute: Direct Wine Shipper's Permit - Direct Wine Consumer's Permit - Rules - Duty of Common and Contract Carriers - Inspect and Audit
Application Fee: $300
Renewal Fee: $150
Reporting Requirements: Quarterly reports that contain the name and address of the Oklahoma resident who placed the order, name of the carrier engaged in the shipment, the date of shipment, carrier tracking number, and quantity of wine in the shipment.
Required Documents:
  • Proof of current winery permit
  • Certificate of Good Standing with the Oklahoma Secretary of State
  • Certificate of Liability Insurance
  • TTB Permit
  • Letter of authority designating a specific compliance company, if applicable
Allowable Entity:
  • Out of State: Any licensed winery
  • In State: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation
Intended Use Cases: Any winery shipping direct to consumer within Oklahoma

Authorizes the holder to sell or serve alcoholic beverages in any size container on a commercial passenger airplane or vessel operated in compliance with a valid license, permit, or certificate issued under the authority of the United States and store alcoholic beverages at any airport or facility regularly served by the licensee.

Statute: Airline/Railroad/Commercial Vessel Beverage License
Application Fee: $1,005
Renewal Fee: $100
Required Documents:
  • Entity Specific Documentation: Operating Agreement, Election Minutes, or Partnership Agreement
  • Entity Specific Documentation: Articles of Organization, Certificate of Incorporation, or Certificate of Partnership
  • Certificate of Good Standing with the Oklahoma Secretary of State
  • Interstate/transportation permit required for the applying entity
Allowable Entity: Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership
Intended Use Cases: Commercial Railroad providing alcohol

Storage

Authorizes the holder to receive and store alcoholic beverages and nonalcoholic beverages for the holders of storages licenses.

Note: No goods, wares, or merchandise other than alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages may be stored in the same bonded warehouse with alcoholic beverages.

Statute: Bonded Warehouse License
Application Fee: $190
Renewal Fee: $190
Required Documents:
  • Proof of Ad Valorem Tax Payment
  • Certificate of Compliance
  • Premises Control Documentation
  • Proof of Liability Insurance
  • Location Diagram
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation, Municipal Trust
Intended Use Cases: Storing alcohol in a bonded warehouse

Authorizes the holder to store alcoholic beverages in a public warehouse holding a bonded warehouse license.

A storage license may be issued to the holder of a Brewer, Distiller, Winemaker, Rectifier, Wine or Spirits Wholesaler, Beer Distributor, Nonresident Seller, Mixed Beverage, Caterer, Public Event, or Hotel Beverage license.

Holders of a Small Brewer, Brewpub, Special Event, or Public Event license shall not be required to obtain a Storage license.

Note: No goods, wares, or merchandise other than alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages may be stored in the same bonded warehouse with alcoholic beverages.

Statute: Storage License
Application Fee: $23
Renewal Fee: $23
Required Documents:
  • Premises Control Documentation
  • Certificate of Liability Insurance
  • Location Diagram
  • Copy of ABLE License
Allowable Entity: Individual/Sole Proprietor, Limited Liability Company, Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Tribe or Tribal Corporation, Municipal Trust
Intended Use Cases: Storing alcohol in a bonded warehouse
Last Modified on Feb 24, 2026
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