Know what to gather.
Organize your business information, location records and employee training before applying.
Who should review permit guidance?
Retailers selling covered tobacco or vapor products in Virginia should review current ABC guidance. Businesses selling only cigars or pipe tobacco are treated differently. We do not determine legal eligibility.
Verify with Virginia ABCDocuments to gather
ABC guidance lists business records including a lease or deed, SCC registration, IRS FEIN documentation, relevant agreements and ownership information. Additional personal records may apply.
Verify with Virginia ABCEmployee training
Virginia ABC guidance says applicants must attest that employees have received training on ID checking, signage, prohibited acts and penalties. ABC offers free VERT training. We help track completion; we do not issue official certification.
Verify with Virginia ABCMultiple retail locations
ABC guidance calls for a separate retail tobacco permit for each location. This workspace keeps each location’s application, documents and employees independent.
Verify with Virginia ABCExisting ABC licensed businesses
Enter your existing license details. ABC guidance describes different fees and background-check considerations for existing alcohol license holders. Confirm current requirements before filing.
Verify with Virginia ABCPermits and renewals
Track the expiration date on your actual issued permit. Verify renewal instructions and current fees with ABC. We do not infer approval or expiration from preparation progress.
Verify with Virginia ABCGuidance you can verify.
Content reviewed 2026-09-27. Government requirements, fees and procedures can change. Follow the official agency instructions for your final application. VA Tobacco is an independent preparation tool, not a law firm or government agency. It does not provide legal advice, determine eligibility, or submit permit applications. It is not affiliated with the Commonwealth of Virginia or Virginia ABC and does not guarantee approval. Verify final requirements with Virginia ABC.
Virginia ABC Virginia Tax Code of Virginia § 4.1-243 Renewal fee statute