Last Updated on November 27, 2023 by Elidge Staff

Liquor Business Hours: A Comprehensive Guide

One of the most critical factors to consider when operating a business that sells or delivers liquor is the liquor business hours. Are you planning to open a liquor store or a distillery, or do you already own one? To avoid any legal complications or financial losses, you must adhere to the rules and regulations governing the sale and delivery of alcohol in your area.

In this post, we will provide you with a comprehensive guide on the times of business applicable to various liquor licenses in South Africa.

Bottle Store License

If you have a bottle store license, here are the times of business applicable to you:

  • You may sell liquor from Monday to Friday, between 08:00 and 19:00, excluding closed days.
  • You may sell liquor on Saturdays between 08:00 and 13:00, excluding closed days.
  • You may deliver liquor from Monday to Friday, between 09:00 and 20:00, excluding closed days.
  • You may deliver liquor on Saturdays between 09:00 and 15:00, excluding closed days.

Grocery Liquor License

If you have a grocery liquor license, here are the times of business applicable to you:

  • You may sell liquor from Monday to Friday, between 08:00 and 19:00, excluding closed days.
  • You may sell liquor on Saturdays between 08:00 and 13:00, excluding closed days.

Wholesale Liquor License and Brewery Depot Liquor License

If you have a wholesale liquor license or a brewery depot liquor license, here are the times of business applicable to you:

  • You may sell or deliver liquor from Monday to Friday, between 07:00 and 18:00, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, Christmas Day, Good Friday, and Ascension Day.
  • You may sell or deliver liquor on Saturdays between 08:00 and 13:00, excluding closed days.

Distillery License

If you have a distillery license, here are the times of business applicable to you:

  • You may sell or deliver liquor from Monday to Friday, between 07:00 and 18:00, excluding closed days and Saturdays.
  • You may sell or deliver liquor on Saturdays between 07:00 and 13:00, excluding closed days.

Parks Off-Sales Liquor License

If you have a parks off-sales liquor license, here are the times of business applicable to you:

  • You may sell or deliver liquor from Monday to Friday, between 08:00 and 18:00, excluding closed days and Saturdays.
  • You may sell or deliver liquor on Saturdays between 07:00 and 13:00, excluding closed days.

Vineyard Liquor License

A vineyard liquor license allows the sale of liquor for consumption on the premises or in sealed containers for removal from the licensed premises. The following times of business apply:

For consumption on the premises:

  • Any day, excluding a Sunday, from 10:00 to 24:00
  • Sunday, from 12:00 to 14:30 and from 18:00 to 21:00

For removal from the premises:

  • Any day, excluding a closed day or Saturday, from 8:00 to 19:00
  • Saturday, from 8:00 to 13:00

Shebeen Liquor License

A shebeen liquor license allows the sale of liquor at informal drinking establishments. The following times of business apply:

  • Monday to Thursday from 10:00 to 22:00
  • Friday and Saturday from 10:00 to 24:00
  • Sunday from 14:00 to 22:00

Club Liquor License

A club liquor license allows the sale of liquor at members-only establishments. The following times of business apply:

  • Any day, excluding Christmas Day, Good Friday, Ascension Day or Sunday, from 10:00 to 02:00 the following day
  • Sunday, from 10:00 to 24:00

Hotel On-Consumption Liquor License, Restaurant Liquor License, and Parks On-Consumption Liquor License

These licenses allow the sale of liquor for on-site consumption at hotels, restaurants, and parks. The following times of business apply:

  • Any day, excluding Sunday, from 10:00 to 24:00
  • Sunday, from 10:00 to 14:30 and from 18:00 to 24:00

Accommodation establishments registered or deemed to be registered under the Namibia Tourism Board Act, 2000, may sell liquor to guests for consumption in their rooms. The following times of business apply:

  • If the establishment is graded as a one-star, a two-star, or a three-star establishment, on any day from 10:00 to 02:00 the following day, irrespective if any such day is a closed day.
  • If the establishment is graded as a four-star or five-star establishment, at any time on any day, including a closed day.

Liquor license holders must be aware of the times of business for the sale, supply, and delivery of liquor. Each type of liquor license has its own set of regulations, and it’s essential to comply with them to avoid penalties and license revocation. As a liquor consumer, it’s also essential to be aware of these regulations to plan your purchases accordingly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a bottle store license and what are the applicable business hours?

A bottle store license allows the sale and delivery of liquor. The business hours applicable to this license are from Monday to Friday, between 08:00 and 19:00, and on Saturdays between 08:00 and 13:00, excluding closed days.

What are the business hours for a grocery liquor license?

A grocery liquor license allows the sale of liquor, and the business hours applicable to this license are from Monday to Friday, between 08:00 and 19:00, and on Saturdays between 08:00 and 13:00, excluding closed days.

What are the business hours for a wholesale liquor license and a brewery depot liquor license?

A wholesale liquor license and a brewery depot liquor license allow the sale and delivery of liquor from Monday to Friday, between 07:00 and 18:00, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, Christmas Day, Good Friday, and Ascension Day. The business hours on Saturdays are from 08:00 to 13:00, excluding closed days.

What are the business hours for a distillery license?

A distillery license allows the sale and delivery of liquor from Monday to Friday, between 07:00 and 18:00, excluding closed days and Saturdays. The business hours on Saturdays are from 07:00 to 13:00, excluding closed days.

What are the business hours for a parks off-sales liquor license?

A parks off-sales liquor license allows the sale and delivery of liquor from Monday to Friday, between 08:00 and 18:00, excluding closed days and Saturdays. The business hours on Saturdays are from 07:00 to 13:00, excluding closed days.

What are the business hours for a vineyard liquor license for consumption on the premises?

For consumption on the premises, a vineyard liquor license allows the sale of liquor from Monday to Saturday, excluding a Sunday, from 10:00 to 24:00. On Sundays, the business hours are from 12:00 to 14:30 and from 18:00 to 21:00.

What are the business hours for a vineyard liquor license for removal from the premises?

For removal from the premises, a vineyard liquor license allows the sale of liquor from Monday to Friday, from 8:00 to 19:00, excluding a closed day or Saturday. On Saturdays, the business hours are from 8:00 to 13:00.

What are the business hours for a shebeen liquor license?

A shebeen liquor license allows the sale of liquor at informal drinking establishments from Monday to Thursday, from 10:00 to 22:00, on Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 to 24:00, and on Sundays from 14:00 to 22:00.

What are the business hours for a club liquor license?

A club liquor license allows the sale of liquor at members-only establishments from Monday to Saturday, excluding Christmas Day, Good Friday, Ascension Day, and Sunday, from 10:00 to 02:00 the following day. On Sundays, the business hours are from 10:00 to 24:00.

What are the business hours for hotel on-consumption liquor license, restaurant liquor license, and parks on-consumption liquor license?

A hotel on-consumption liquor license, restaurant liquor license, and parks on-consumption liquor license allow the sale of liquor for on-site consumption. The business hours are from Monday to Saturday, from 10:00

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