New York State Liquor Authority

Important COVID-19 Information

Current COVID-19 off-premises sales privileges extended until July 26, 2020. Find Guidelines, Q&A for To-Go, Delivery Services and Answers to Frequently Asked Questions on Licensing and Outdoor Dining.

Delivery/Take Out

Licensing FAQ

Guidance for Outdoor Dining/FAQ

Phase 3 & 4 Information

Phase 3/4 Guidelines for Licensed On-Premises Establishments

NY Forward Phase 3 Food Service Guidelines

Phase 4 Industries

Other Information Regarding Changes Due to Coronavirus

Renewal Payments Extended

In Person Transactions at SLA Offices

Executive Order: Continuing Temporary Suspension and Modification of Laws Relating to the Disaster Emergency

Letter to Licensees from Chairman Bradley

Policy Changes Related to the Coronavirus

Advisory 2020-1 - Statutory Regulatory Relief Regarding Coronavirus

Advisory 2020-2 - Collection of Civil Penalties and Imposition of Alternate Penalties

Advisory 2020-3 - Submission of Renewal Applications Without Required Fees

Advisory 2020-4 - Service of Municipal Notice for Retail Applications

Delegation 2020 00379e - Matters To Be Determined by the Full Board

Advisory 2020-6 Submission of Renewal Applications Without Required Fees

What We Do Topics of Interest

Get a License

If your business deals with the importation, manufacture, distribution or sale of alcohol in NY, you need a liquor license.

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Renew Your License

You will receive a renewal advisory approximately three months before your license expires.

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Permits

All Special Event Permits, Transportation Permits and Marketing Permits can be applied for online.

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Price Posting

Manufacturers and wholesalers must file a schedule of the prices at which they will sell liquor and wine.

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Brand Label Registration

Brand Label Registration is required for all liquor, beer, wine products, and wine specialties sold in New York State

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Are you on the C.O.D. List?

Check to see if you have been placed on the C.O.D. list by a wholesaler.

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Governor Signs Legislation to Support NY Craft Industry

Governor Cuomo signs two bills to support the production of New York-grown hops and expand business opportunities for farm distilleries across the state.

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Winners of the 2018 NY Wine Classic

Governor Cuomo announces the winners of the 33rd New York Wine Classic, a nationally recognized competition highlighting the best of New York's wine and ciders.

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Results of 2nd Annual NYS Craft Beer Competition

Governor Cuomo announces the results of the second annual New York State Craft Beer Competition, which featured 642 New York State-brewed beers. For the second straight year, Brooklyn-based Threes Brewing won the Governor's Excelsior Cup.

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File a Complaint

The Authority receives complaints from law enforcement agencies, governmental agencies, community groups, industry members, elected officials and members of the public. Licensees should also report any non-compliance with the ABC Law and SLA rules regarding their operations.

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Police Department Referrals

Self Report a Violation

Public License Query

Search the Public License Query for active licenses in New York State by license number, address, premises or trade name, name of principal or by using an advanced search.

New York State Liquor Authority

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