The licensing division of ABC reviews applications for the various license types to ensure each applicant is in compliance before final approval is granted. The division also processes renewals and brand registrations.
Apply for or Renew License(s)
All applications may be filed electronically through the eServices link below. Paper applications are provided below for Tobacco, Nicotine, and Vapor Products (TNVP) retailers. Applications not completed through eServices should be mailed to: 500 Mero Street 2NW21, Frankfort, KY 40601. Please make checks or money orders payable to Kentucky State Treasurer.
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- Initial Tobacco, Nicotine, or Vapor Product License Application Form
- Tobacco, Nicotine, or Vapor Product Temporary License Application Form
- Tobacco, Nicotine, or Vapor Product License Renewal Form
- Alcoholic Beverage & Tobacco, Nicotine, or Vapor Product License Batch Application Form
- Alcoholic Beverage & Tobacco, Nicotine, or Vapor Product License Batch Renewal Form
The department uses an online brand registration system known as Kentucky PRO (Product Registry Online). To register a new brand or to check on the status of a pending brand registration, please use the ABC Online Portal.
License Search and Active License Reports
To search for an individual license by city, county or business name, use the Individual License Search link below. To run reports showing active licenses in specific categories issued during a custom date range, use the Active License Reports link below.
