Federal Alcohol Administration Permits
Every person who produces, processes or warehouses distilled spirits or wine shall obtain a basic permit. Anyone engaged in the business of purchasing for resale at wholesale or importing distilled spirits, wine, or malt beverages must also first obtain a basic permit. All such persons before commencing business must file an application and necessary documents with ATF. The applicant must have a permit approved by ATF in hand before engaging in business.
For specific information and copies of forms see:
Who To Contact and Where to File
International import requirements for various countries for beer, wine and distilled spirits
Importing alcoholic
beverages as a business or for personal
use