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Butler Visa Agency
Jl. Merta Nadi, Kuta, Kec. Kuta,
Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361

Alcohol Licenses for Restaurants: Everything You Need to Know

Why Do Restaurants Need an Alcohol License?

An alcohol license for restaurants is a mandatory permit that allows the legal sale and serving of alcoholic beverages. It is essential for several reasons:

Legal Compliance
An alcohol license ensures that your restaurant adheres to local and national laws governing the sale and consumption of alcohol. Without a license, selling alcohol is illegal and can result in hefty fines or even the closure of your establishment.
Business Protection
Having a license safeguards your business from legal issues and the negative consequences of illegal alcohol sales. It also builds customer trust in your establishment.
Quality and Safety Regulation
Licensing helps regulate the quality and safety of alcoholic products, ensuring they meet standards and reducing the risk of selling substandard or counterfeit beverages.
Expanded Offerings
With an alcohol license, your restaurant can offer a wider selection of beverages, attracting more customers and boosting profitability.
Reputation and Competitiveness

A licensed restaurant is perceived as more professional and trustworthy, enhancing its reputation and increasing its competitiveness in the market.

We are pleased to offer you professional services for licensing and obtaining permits for the distribution of alcoholic beverages in categories A, B, and C. Our specialists will provide you with full support throughout the process of obtaining the NPPBKC (Nomor Pokok Pengusaha Barang Kena Cukai) registration number.

What is the NPPBKC Registration Number?
NPPBKC (Nomor Pokok Pengusaha Barang Kena Cukai) is a mandatory registration number required for conducting legal activities in the excisable goods sector in Indonesia. This number is assigned to businesses involved in the production, storage, import, distribution, and retail of excisable goods, including alcoholic beverages.

Types of Alcoholic Beverages by Categories:
Category A
These beverages contain up to 5% ethyl alcohol. They include:

Light alcoholic beverages
Beer (lager, ale, stout)
Low-alcohol wine
Low-alcohol carbonated drinks

Category B
These beverages contain between 5% and 20% ethyl alcohol. Examples include:

Wine
Sparkling wine and champagne
Malt wine
Fruit wine
Cider
Sake
Mead (honey wine)

Category C
These beverages contain between 20% and 45% ethyl alcohol. This category includes:

Whiskey
Rum
Gin
Jenever
Vodka

Steps to Obtain an NPPBKC
The process of obtaining an NPPBKC involves several key steps:

Application Submission: The first step is submitting an application for a location inspection of your business activities.
Obtaining Necessary Licenses: The next step is acquiring all required licenses from the relevant authorities.

Tax Authority Registration — The final step is registering with the tax authorities through the OSS (Online Single Submission) electronic system.

We offer a comprehensive range of services to make the process of obtaining licenses and permits as convenient and efficient as possible for you. Our experts will assist you at every stage, ensuring the legality and success of your alcohol distribution activities.

Contact us today, and we will provide you with reliable and professional support in acquiring all the necessary documents for your business.

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