Issuance of a license for the sale of alcohol and production in Lviv

Obtaining a license for retail trade in alcoholic beverages.

In modern conditions, legal alcohol trade in Lviv requires mandatory receipt of an alcohol license. This document is a state permit granting the right to sell alcoholic beverages both at retail and wholesale. Without a license, any activity in this field is considered illegal and may lead to significant fines and revocation of the right to conduct business. That is why entrepreneurs planning to open restaurants, cafes, bars, or shops in Lviv should take care in advance of properly obtaining a license.

The process of obtaining an alcohol license in Lviv involves submitting a package of documents to the relevant authorities, including an application, information about the place of trade, copies of registration documents, and confirmation of official payment. While the procedure may seem simple, in practice difficulties often arise due to strict documentation requirements or inspections by tax authorities. Legal assistance in this case helps avoid bureaucratic obstacles and significantly shortens the time required to obtain the permit.

By turning to experienced lawyers in Lviv, you will receive full support throughout the process: from consultations regarding document preparation to obtaining the final license. A properly issued alcohol license Lviv ensures uninterrupted business operations, protects against fines, and allows you to focus on growing your enterprise.

Recent changes in Ukrainian legislation regulating alcohol trade introduced indefinite validity of the alcohol license, instead of three years. Payment is now made quarterly, each time amounting to one quarter of the annual cost.

In rural areas, a license for retail alcohol trade must be registered without exception. This procedure is carried out by state tax authorities and municipal self-government bodies.

To obtain a license for alcohol retail trade, the following documents must be submitted:

• an application from a legal entity or private entrepreneur;

• a notarized copy of the certificate of inclusion in the state register;

• a notarized copy of the registration certificate of the business entity;

• lease or purchase agreements for real estate at both legal and actual addresses;

• notarized copies of ownership documents of the landlord.

Additionally required are: taxpayer certificate number, banking details, and if applicable, a notarized power of attorney.

Licensing of alcohol production in Lviv

Any activity connected with the production of alcoholic beverages is strictly subject to licensing. The production process itself is under heightened state control. To carry out such activities, it is necessary to obtain a license for alcohol production.

For its issuance, the enterprise must undergo inspections by sanitary-epidemiological services, fire safety authorities, and labor protection authorities, and also obtain a production certificate. Only after that is the alcohol production license issued.

The list of documents is strictly defined by law: charter documents, fire safety approval, labor protection permit, sanitary compliance certificate, production certificate, proof of payment, and confirmation from the tax authority.

The law firm “Olson” in Lviv provides complete legal support, guarantees qualified consultations, document preparation, representation in government bodies, and assistance in obtaining an alcohol license Lviv and an alcohol production license Lviv.