AWRS Compliance
Alcohol Wholesaler Registration Scheme compliance information for trade customers
Our AWRS Registration
Fully Registered & Compliant
AWRS Number: XLAW00000123456
Registered Business: Liverpool Distillery Ltd
Registration Status: Active and in good standing
Last Renewed: January 2024
What is AWRS?
The Alcohol Wholesaler Registration Scheme (AWRS) is a UK regulatory requirement that ensures all businesses involved in the wholesale of alcohol are properly registered and compliant with tax and duty obligations.
As a registered alcohol wholesaler, we are authorized to sell alcohol products to licensed trade customers and ensure all duty and tax requirements are properly managed.
Customer Requirements
To purchase alcohol from us, trade customers must provide valid licensing documentation:
On-Trade Customers
- • Valid Premises Licence
- • Personal Licence (if applicable)
- • Business registration details
Off-Trade Customers
- • Valid Premises Licence
- • AWRS Registration (if wholesaling)
- • VAT registration (if applicable)
Our Compliance Measures
Due Diligence
- • Verification of all customer licences
- • Regular compliance audits
- • Secure record keeping
- • Staff training on regulations
Record Keeping
- • Detailed transaction records
- • Customer licence documentation
- • Duty and tax calculations
- • Regular HMRC reporting
Duty & Tax Information
Important Notice
All our wholesale prices include applicable alcohol duty and VAT where required. We handle all duty obligations on behalf of our trade customers.
- • Alcohol duty rates applied according to HMRC guidelines
- • VAT charged at standard rate (20%) where applicable
- • Detailed invoicing with duty breakdown
- • Regular duty returns submitted to HMRC
Compliance Enquiries
For any questions regarding our AWRS compliance, licensing requirements, or regulatory matters, please contact our compliance team:
Compliance Team
Business Hours
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Emergency compliance matters will be addressed within 24 hours
Need Help with Licensing?
Our team can help you understand licensing requirements and ensure your business is compliant.