Wine Permits

Federal Application Process – This web page provides complete details on the Federal Application process required to enter the wine industry.

Winery/Taxpaid Wine Bottling House: Anyone wishing to operate a wine premises (bonded winery (BW or BWN), bonded wine cellar (BWC) or taxpaid wine bottling house (TPWBH)) must first apply to TTB and receive permission to start operations. Winery, bonded wine cellar and/or taxpaid wine bottling house operations may not begin unless and until approval is given.

Permits Online: TTB's Online Permit Application Process – The TTB Permits Online system allows you to electronically file original applications and to amend those applications. Using this free system eliminates the need to complete and mail in most forms, which saves you time and effort and generally results in faster processing of your application. Register for Permits Online today!