68.8  Certificate For A New Wine Retailer's Off-Licence

What this form is for

• • You are opening a brand new business solely focused on selling wine.
• • Your sales location is designated as an 'off-licence' (not a full pub/on-trade licence).
• • This form applies when seeking the initial certificate, not renewals or changes to existing licences.
• • Use this if you are applying under a specific new retail structure.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

The form must generally be submitted prior to commencing sales, but check specific Courts Service guidelines for any grace periods or application windows.

Before you submit

• • All sections requiring a signature must be completed legibly.
• • Attach copies of all required identifying documents (e.g., business registration, personal ID).
• • Confirm the exact fee amount payable as listed on Form 68.8 or its accompanying guidance.
• • Ensure your contact details are current and reachable by the Courts Service.
• • If applying via a portal, ensure you have correctly uploaded all digital files.

How to file this form

1. 1Complete every field on Form 68.8 thoroughly using black ink.
2. 2Gather all necessary supporting documentation as specified in the guidance notes.
3. 3Calculate and attach proof of payment for the application fee (e.g., bank transfer receipt).
4. 4Submit the completed form package to the designated Courts Service office or online portal.
5. 5Keep a copy of the fully submitted form package for your own records.

Known limitations

• • This form does not guarantee the licence will be granted; it is an application request.
• • The specific requirements may vary slightly based on the county or local authority jurisdiction in Ireland.
• • Not confirmed in official source: The precise closing date for applications varies by submission method (online vs. paper).
• • It applies to 'off-licence' sales only; if you also have a bar, check if dual application is required.