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Form 68.9 Certificate For A New Wholesale Beer Dealer's Licence
This form (68.9) is a Certificate specifically for a New Wholesale Beer Dealer's Licence issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. Use it when you are setting up a new business that intends to become a wholesale beer dealer in Ireland.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 68.9 Certificate For A New Wholesale Beer Dealer's Licence
This form (68.9) is a Certificate specifically for a New Wholesale Beer Dealer's Licence issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. Use it when you are setting up a new business that intends to become a wholesale beer dealer in Ireland.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Ensure your proposed trading address matches exactly what is registered with your business records.
- 2Incorrectly stating the type or volume of beer dealt.
- 3Missing required signatory signatures on Form 68.9.
- 4Failing to declare existing licenses held by the dealer.
- 5Using an outdated version of the form (check for updates from COURTS).
Plain English
If your company is starting out and wants to legally sell beer wholesale across Ireland, this form proves you meet the requirements. It's essentially the official paperwork confirming your right to operate as a major beer supplier.
Submission Date
- Filing date: While a strict deadline isn't confirmed, aim to submit this form well in advance of your planned launch date to allow for processing time.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- You are starting a brand-new business that will sell beer wholesale (to other businesses, not direct retail).
- Your existing licence needs to be replaced or upgraded to reflect new details. (Check if 68.9 is the correct replacement form).
- The Courts Service of Ireland requires this specific certificate for your application.
- You are applying for a *new* licence, not just renewing an old one.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Existing Licence Holder
If you already have the licence and are only changing address/name.
✓ Check if 68.9 allows amendments.
New Retail Beer Dealer
If your business sells beer directly to customers (retail).
✓ Confirm with CRO or Courts Service.
Form not specified (likely different)
Licence Renewal Only
If you are just applying for the annual renewal of an existing licence.
✓ Look for a specific 'Renewal' form number.
Importing Beer Dealer
If your primary activity is importing beer into Ireland wholesale.
✓ Check if 68.9 covers import/wholesale combo.
Form not specified (likely different)
Deadline or filing window
While a strict deadline isn't confirmed, aim to submit this form well in advance of your planned launch date to allow for processing time.
Before you submit
- 1All mandatory fields on Form 68.9 are filled out completely (no blanks).
- 2The applicant's full business details match your CRO registration exactly.
- 3Attach proof of identity for the signatory/owner.
- 4Ensure you have included documentation proving your premises is suitable for a wholesale operation.
- 5Verify that all boxes related to licence type are ticked correctly (e.g., 'Wholesale Beer Dealer').
- 6Double-check the contact details provided match your current operational phone and email.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form 68.9 thoroughly using black ink.
- 2Gather all required supporting documents (e.g., business plan summary, lease agreement).
- 3Submit the completed form and attachments to the designated Courts Service of Ireland office or portal.
- 4Pay any prescribed application fee at the time of submission (check current rates).
- 5Keep a copy of the fully submitted package for your records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only applies to *wholesale* beer dealing; it does not cover retail sales unless specified.
- 2The specific jurisdiction within Ireland where the licence is valid is determined by submission location, not solely by Form 68.9.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: The required supporting documents list may vary based on your business structure (Sole Trader vs. Limited Company).
- 4This form does not guarantee approval; it is the application document.
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Proceedings
3 items
The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.
The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.
The court and the office where the document is being filed.
Substance
2 items
What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.
The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.
Execution
1 items
Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This form (68.9) is the standard document for obtaining a new licence to operate as a wholesale beer dealer in Ireland. Check the latest Courts Service of Ireland publication date for any recent amendments.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the date printed on the top right corner of Form 68.9.
- Check for any updated sections regarding required supporting documentation (e.g., CRO registration proof).
- Confirm if there are new fields related to specific regional requirements within Ireland.
- Ensure the designated authority signature line matches current Courts Service standards.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 68.9
- SRCPurpose: Application for New Wholesale Beer Dealer's Licence
- SRCContext Relevance: Required when starting a new beer wholesale business in the Republic of Ireland.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Wholesale' with 'Retail': Wholesale means selling to bars/shops; Retail means selling directly to the public.
Not knowing which local court office handles your application when multiple are available across Ireland.
Assuming this form covers VAT registration: It is a licence application, not a tax registration (though they relate).
Mistaking 'New' for 'Renewal': If you already have it and just need an update, use the renewal pathway unless 68.9 specifies otherwise.
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