Agent's Licence

British Columbia requires:

• independent liquor agents who promote and sell products from a variety of liquor manufacturers to apply for an agent's licence, and
  
  
• BC liquor manufacturers who want to sell their products off-site to apply for an agent's licence in addition to their manufacturer's licence (they may sell on-site without a separate agent's licence; please see our section on the Manufacturer's Licence (Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries) for more information about the manufacturer's licence).

A manufacturer or an independent agent may hire any number of sales representatives to sell their products. The Liquor Control and Licensing Branch (LCLB) no longer requires sales representatives working for a licensed manufacturer of liquor in British Columbia or working for an agent that imports liquor into British Columbia for sale within the province, to be registered. Agents or manufacturers who employ sales representatives must provide their sales representatives with identification establishing them as representatives and must also ensure that their sales representatives comply with the provincial liquor law.

See:
If You Want a Liquor Licence
Agent's Licence
Am I eligible to apply for an agent's licence?
How do I apply for an agent's licence?
What documentation will I need?
How much will an agent's licence cost?
Will I need local government or other approvals to get a licence?
What happens after you receive my application?
What if my application is turned down?
Once I have an agent's licence, what will my responsibilities be?
Will I be inspected or audited?
Where can I find out more about the agent's licence?

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