📘 1. Introduction
The Permit Room Licence (Form F.L. III) allows hotels in Maharashtra to sell imported foreign liquors (potable) and Indian made foreign liquors (IMFL) on premises, with excise duty paid at special rates. This licence is essential for hotels wishing to legally serve foreign liquor to their guests under strict regulatory compliance.
🎟️ 2. Types of Licenses Offered
Maharashtra excise department offers various liquor licences, but for hotels, the key types include:
- Form F.L. III (Permit Room Licence): For sale of foreign liquor at hotel premises
- Form F.L. IV (Club Licence): For clubs selling foreign liquor
- Form F.L. IV-A: One-day special event licence
- Form F.L. I & II: Wholesale & Retail licences
Form F.L. III is specially tailored for hotel permit rooms.
🏩 3. Who Needs These Services?
This licence is required by:
- Hotels with permit rooms serving foreign liquor to guests
- Resorts, motels with liquor-serving restaurants
- New hotel businesses expanding into liquor sales
🤝 4. Why Choose a License Registration Service Provider?
The licence application process involves numerous complex steps, including:
- Submission of Form F.L.A-ID and payment of court and application fees
- Obtaining a solvency certificate or bank guarantee (50% of licence fee)
- Providing blueprints, proof of ownership, and other supporting documents
- Coordinating with excise inspectors and approval committees
- Managing payment via the Maharashtra GRAS portal
A professional ensures all paperwork is flawless, deadlines met, and fast approval.
🛠️ 5. Registration Process – Step-by-Step
- Visit the official Maharashtra Excise Portal:
- Register/login and select Form F.L. III – Permit Room Licence
- Fill Form F.L.A-ID with accurate hotel and applicant details
- Upload: club registration, premises proof, identity documents, blueprints
- Attach solvency certificate/bank guarantee for 50% of licence fee
- Submit FSSAI, Shop & Establishment licences
- Pay court stamp duty (₹5) and application fees (₹50) online
- Inspection by excise officials, submit inspection report
- Approval by the Excise Commissioner & other authorities
- Make final payment of licence fee on GRAS portal
- Download digital licence upon issue
📑 6. Required Documents
- Hotel Registration Certificate
- Applicant’s Photo, Identity, and Address Proof
- Proof of premises ownership or lease
- Four copies of premises blueprints (with area schedule)
- Food Safety License (FSSAI) and Shop & Establishment Licence
- Solvency Certificate or Bank Guarantee (50% of licence fee)
- Affidavits and declaration forms as required
💸 7. Cost Involved
| Hotel Category | Licence Fee (₹) |
| Hotels with ≤ 20 rooms | 66,415 |
| Hotels with 21-50 rooms | 1,32,830 |
| Hotels with 51-100 rooms | 1,99,245 |
| Hotels with 101-200 rooms | 2,65,660 |
| Hotels with 201+ rooms | 3,98,475 |
Additional costs:
- Court Stamp & Application Fees
- Solvency Guarantee (50%)
- Consultant fees (optional)
⏳ 8. Time Taken
- Document preparation: 3–5 days
- Inspection & report: 1 week
- Committee approval and final issuance: 2–3 weeks
Total: Approximately 4–6 weeks
⚠️ 9. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Incorrect or incomplete blueprint submissions
- Missing solvency certificate or insufficient bank guarantee
- Delayed payment of fees on GRAS portal
- Lack of valid FSSAI or Shop licenses
- Failing to attend or prepare for the committee hearing
📞 10. Call-to-Action (CTA)
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❓ 11. FAQs
Q1. What is the difference between Form F.L. III and F.L. IV?
Form F.L. III is for hotels, while F.L. IV is for clubs.
Q2. Is the licence renewable?
Yes, annually before March 31.
Q3. Can the permit room serve liquor off-premises?
No, only on-premises consumption is allowed.
Q4. What if my documents are rejected?
You can resubmit after correcting deficiencies identified by the excise office.
