Import and sale of alcohol and tobacco
We provide comprehensive legal counsel and representation in obtaining the necessary permits, licences, registrations, and authorizations for the import, distribution, and sale of alcoholic beverages, tobacco, and related products.
We most frequently assist clients with:
- permits for the retail and wholesale distribution of consumer-packaged spirits (representation before the Customs Office),
- authorization to distribute alcohol and registration as a distributor of consumer-packaged spirits in tax-paid circulation,
- registration of an approved or registered consignee of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products from other EU member states, including obligations within the EMCS system,
- permits to operate a tax warehouse for alcohol or tobacco products and securing excise duty guarantees,
- permitting procedures for tobacco products, smokeless and heated tobacco products, e-cigarettes, and nicotine pouches,
- notification and registration duties when importing excise goods from third countries (outside the EU),
- additional permitting, registration, and administrative steps before the Customs Office and Financial Administration authorities required for lawful import and sale.
Should you be interested in our legal services, please feel free to contact us at info@akvlkova.sk or by phone at +421 949 203 288.