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:

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.