ORDER AND PROCEDURES FOR GRANTING A WINE DISTRIBUTION

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Requirements for Wholesaling Alcohol and Wine Distribution

To operate as an alcohol distributor in Vietnam, you must meet these conditions:

Business Establishment: Register your company according to Vietnamese law.
Warehouse Requirements: Maintain a warehouse or network of warehouses with a minimum total floor area of 150m².
Food Safety Compliance: Ensure all wine products meet food safety standards.
Distribution Network: Establish operations in at least two provinces or centrally-affiliated cities, with one wholesaler per province/city.
Partnership Agreements: Obtain a written agreement or reference from an alcohol producer, distributor, or foreign supplier.
Safety Standards: Fulfill fire and environmental safety regulations as required by law.

Procedures for Wine Distribution Licensing

Step 1: Prepare Your Documents

Your license application for wine distribution must include:

A completed application form (specimen No. 1).
A copy of your enterprise registration certificate or equivalent legal documents.
Proof of warehouse ownership or lease agreements for storage and retail locations.
Food safety declarations for the wine products you plan to distribute.
Agreements or commitments with alcohol producers or distributors.
Documents proving compliance with fire and environmental safety standards.

Step 2: Submit Your Application

Submit the complete set of documents to the licensing authority.

The authority will review and approve your license within 15 days of receiving a valid application.
If rejected, a written explanation will be provided.
If additional documents are needed, the authority will request them within three days.

Legal Considerations and Updates

This article is based on Decree 105/2017/ND-CP, which regulates alcohol and wine distribution in Vietnam. Please note that laws may change over time. For accurate advice and support, reach out to LawPlus via or call +84 966 008 030.

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