Guide to Wine Shoppee Licence (Form F.L.W.- II) in Maharashtra

A Wine Shoppee Licence (Form F.L.W.- II) is essential for vendors wishing to sell sealed bottles of wine for off-premise consumption under the Bombay Foreign Liquor Rules, 1953 and administered by the Maharashtra State Excise.

📄 1. Introduction

Planning to set up a wine shop in Maharashtra? A Wine Shoppee licence (F.L.W.- II) lets you legally retail sealed wine bottles for off-premise consumption. This guide explains the application, required documents, fees, and best practices for a smooth approval.

📜 2. Licence Types Offered

Here’s how this fits into the state’s excise framework:

• F.L.W.- II – Wine shop licence (sealed bottles for off premises)
• F.L.W.- I – Wholesale import/distribution licence
• F.L. II – Foreign liquor vendor licence (sealed bottles for off premises)

We’re focusing on F.L.W.-II, designed exclusively for wine retail.

👥 3. Who Needs This Licence?

This licence benefits:

• Entrepreneurs starting a standalone wine retail store
• Retail chains or supermarkets selling sealed wine bottles
• Winery outlets expanding nationwide
• Businesses taking over an existing wine retail shop

🤝 4. Why Use a Registration Service Provider?

Applying solo can lead to delays due to:

• Portal complexities and frequent updates
• Strict plan layouts and blueprint requirements
• Payment via GRAS system and challan uploads
• Physical inspection hurdles

A specialist ensures professional drafting, fee accuracy, and faster approvals.

📝 5. Registration Process: Step-by-Step

1. Register & log in to the [Maharashtra Excise Portal]
2. Select F.L.W.- II application
3. Fill details: shop name, premises, entity type
4. Upload documents (see next section)
5. Pay licencing fees via GRAS – typically ₹2,660 annually
6. Inspector reviews documents and inspects premises
7. Upon approval, download your licence online

📂 6. Required Documents

• Photo & signature of applicant 
• Identity & address proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.) 
• Shop layout & blueprints with orientation details
• Premises proof: lease or ownership and municipal NOC 
• Shop & establishment certificate (if applicable)
• Solvency certificate equal to licence fee paid physically 

💰 7. Cost Involved

• Licence fee: ₹2,660 per annum
• Stamp duty and application charges
• Consultant support fees (if applicable)

⏱️ 8. Time Taken

• Document prep: 2–3 days
• Online form & uploads: 1 day
• Inspector site visit: 5–7 working days
• Total time: ~1.5–2 weeks (quicker with professional help)

⚠️ 9. Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Missing blueprint details like North direction or area schedule
• Not submitting solvency certificate before licence approval
• Poor-quality document scans
• Ledger misalignment due to outdated portal procedures
• Non-compliance with local zoning norms

📞 10. Call-to-Action (CTA)

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❓ FAQs

Q1. Can I add a partner later?
Yes – use the ‘Addition/Deletion of Partner(s)’ service to update your licence.

Q2. Can the licence cover multiple shops?
No – separate licence is needed for each physical location.

Q3. What’s the fee for an urban shop?
₹2,660 annually (may vary slightly by zone).

Q4. Do I have to pay solubility fee physically?
Yes – the solvency certificate must be submitted physically to prevent delays .