Alcoholic Beverage Transportation Permit

Businesses that transport alcoholic beverages within, to, or from New York State must have a permit from the New York State Liquor Authority (SLA).

The kind of alcohol transportation permit depends on the mode of transportation and the duration of licensing time.

Modes of transportation include:

• Fleet trucking;
• Fleet company;
• Trucking;
• Aircraft;
• Steamship.

Licenses may be valid for one or three years.

Some companies may be required to provide surety bonds. Contact the State Liquor Authority or click the following link for more information. 

Most businesses will also need to have the Federal Alcohol Dealer Registration. Contact the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau for more information.