Import Personal Alcohol Interstate

To begin, view the list of permit documents (PDF) required to complete the application. To apply online, click here. To apply via paper application (PDF), click here.

Moving from Abroad

Are you shipping alcoholic beverages with your household goods? Complete the permit application, and Virginia ABC will email you the authorization required by U.S. customs to pick up your household goods. This authorization is required for members of our armed forces and civilians returning to the United States. The fee is waived for members of our armed forces. For more information contact our Tax Management Section at taxexaminer@virginiaabc.com or call (804) 219-2039.

Moving from Another U.S. State

You’ll need authorization to bring in more than three gallons of alcoholic beverages, which include wine, beer and distilled spirits. For more information contact our Tax Management Section at taxexaminer@virginiaabc.com or call (804) 219-2039.

Returning from Vacation Outside of Virginia

The Code of Virginia prohibits the transportation or importation of more than three gallons of alcohol into the commonwealth per individual per occasion. You do not need any paperwork to bring back three gallons or less.