Permits Online Tutorial

Apply Online!

This tutorial is designed to help you navigate the process of applying for a TTB permit, registration, or notice. Select your commodity operation in Part One. Parts Two and Three apply to all operations. There is no fee at the federal level to apply for or maintain approval to operate TTB-regulated alcohol and tobacco businesses.

Part One - What You Need To Know Before You Apply

Alcohol Operations

Tobacco Operations

Part Two - Submitting Your Application

Part Three - What to Expect After Submission

This information is being issued to help the public to understand and comply with the laws and regulations that the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau administers. It is not intended to establish any new, or change any existing, definitions, interpretations, standards, or procedures regarding those laws and regulations.

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IMPORTANT

Permits Online makes it easy for you to electronically apply for and update the permit, registration, or notice you need to operate a TTB-regulated business. Once you have registered to use Permits Online, just log in and follow the instructions and prompts for submitting your application package. There is no fee to apply.

Apply Online!

CONTACT US

For more information on the permit application process, contact the TTB National Revenue Center (NRC) toll-free at 877-882-3277 / 877-TTB-FAQS or submit an online inquiry. For technical assistance with Permits Online see our TTB Online Help Center.

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Last updated: December 9, 2025
Maintained by: National Revenue Center