How to get a Liquor Permit for Tourists visiting Gujarat

Tourists visiting Gujarat can obtain a liquor permit either through the online e-permit system or directly from authorized hotels, liquor vendors, or tourism offices. The process requires valid ID (passport/visa for foreigners, government ID for domestic tourists), uploading documents, paying fees, and final verification at authorized outlets.

1. Eligibility
- Age requirement: Must be 21 years or older.
- Foreign tourists: Need a valid passport and Indian visa.
- Domestic tourists: Must provide government-issued ID (like Aadhaar, driving license, or voter ID).

2. Application Options
A. Online E-Permit System (Recommended)
- Register on the official [Gujarat Excise E-Permit portal](https://eps.gujarat.gov.in).
- Fill in personal details (name, birth date, nationality, address, etc.).
- Upload required documents (passport/visa for foreigners, Aadhaar or other ID for Indians).
- Verify identity via SMS/email.
- Pay the permit fee online.
- Receive a digital permit after verification, which allows purchase at authorized hotels/resorts.

B. Offline Application
- Foreign tourists can apply at India Tourism Office, Air India Building, Nariman Point, Mumbai, before traveling to Gujarat.
- Permits can also be obtained directly from authorized hotels and liquor vendors in Gujarat upon arrival.

3. Collection & Usage
- Once approved, tourists can buy liquor only from authorized hotels, resorts, or licensed outlets.
- The permit is usually valid for the duration of stay or a specified period.
- Carry the permit whenever consuming or transporting liquor in Gujarat.

Important Notes
- No refund once the permit fee is paid.
- Permits are strictly for personal consumption and cannot be transferred.
- Gujarat remains a “dry state”, so liquor without a permit is illegal.
- Authorities may extend permit availability to tourist hubs like Statue of Unity, Rann Utsav, and GIFT City to ease access for visitors.

In summary:
Tourists can apply online via Gujarat’s e-permit portal or offline at authorized offices/hotels. Required documents include passport/visa for foreigners and government ID for domestic visitors. After verification and payment, a digital or paper permit is issued, enabling legal purchase and consumption of liquor in Gujarat.

List of Authorized Dealers & Hotels in Gujarat to obtain Liquor Permit
Ahmedabad
Cama Hotel, Khanpur, Ahmedabad
Rivera Hotel, Khanpur, Ahmedabad
Hotel Royal Manore, Trident, Ahmedabad
Hotel Inder Residency, Ahmedabad
Hotel President, CG Road, Ahmedabad

Vadodara
Saran Wines, RC Dutt Road, Vadodara
FP Patel & Company, Alkapuri, Vadodara
Gujarat Hotels Limited (Welcome Group), Vadodara
Express Hotels Private Limited, RC Dutt Road, Vadodara
Hotel Jindal Sayajiganj, Vadodara
Hotel Satyaketu, Sayajiganj, Vadodara

Surat
HH & Sons, Lalgate, Surat
Hotel Oasis, Varachha Road, Surat
Gujarat JHM Hotels Limited, Athwalines, Surat
Hotel Silver Plaza, Station Road, Surat

Rajkot
Rajkot Wine Merchant Association, Dhebar Chowk, Rajkot
City Organizer Private Limited, Yagnik Road, Rajkot
KK International Limited, Kalavad Road, Rajkot

Kutch
CL Sharma Resort, Gandhidham, Kutch
Hotel Holiday Village Resort, Gandhidham, Kutch
Hotel Prince, Station Road, Bhuj Kutch

Mehsana
Keshav Holiday Resort, Ahmedabad-Mehsana Highway, Mehsana

Anand
Hotel Surbhi, Amul Dairy Road, Anand

Gandhinagar
Hotel Haveli, Sector 21, Gandhi Nagar

Jamnagar
Hotel Damjis, Jamnagar

Bharuch
Criso Hotel, Ankleshwar, Bharuch

Kheda
Patel Wines, Nadiad- Kheda