Overview

License class determines the kinds of alcoholic beverages an establishment is permitted to sell. Two license classes allow the sale of beer, wine and spirits, and the other license classes only permit beer and wine.

The license classes are the following:

• Class A off-premises consumption: beer, wine and spirits;
• Class B off-premises consumption: beer and wine only; 
• Class C on-premises consumption: beer, wine and spirits; and 
• Class D on premises consumption: beer and wine only.

To Apply 

An applicant must be at least 21 years of age and provide a valid government issued form of identification. Applications can be submitted by mail or email. 

Valid Period and Fees

Once approved, your licensing specialist will provide you with the correct class change fee that is due. Payment for the license can be made in the form of a cashier’s check, certified check, business check, attorney’s check, personal check or money order. A check or money order must be payable to the D.C. Treasurer. Payment may also be made by Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express.