Frequently Ask Question

1	What is liquor  ?
	The definition of liquor includes Spirits of Wine, Spirit, Wine, Toddy, Beer and all liquid consisting or containing alcohol also any substance, which the Minister may by notification declare to be liquor for the purposes of Excise Ordinance.
2	Is there any restrictions for possession of liquor  ?
3	What are the different kinds of liquor licences issued by the Excise Department of Sri Lanka ?
4	How much does a liquor licence application cost ?
5	How much does a liquor permit cost ?
6	What are the legal hours for selling alcoholic beverages ?
7	In sale of alcoholic beverages prohibited on certain days ?
8	What are the requirements for issuing licences for tapping Kitul Palm for manufacture and sale of fermented toddy ?
9	What are the requirements to obtain a FL 14 occasional licence ?
10	What are the requirements for change of location of an Excise Licence premised ?
11	What are the requirements to be fulfilled when an Excise licence is transferred to another person ?
12	What has been the revenue realized by the Excise Department in recent years ?
13	How can I renew my present Excise License ?
14	What are the penalties for Excise offenders ?