Form Abl-565 - Abl Renewal Form (Page 5 of 6) in pdf

South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act

Frequently Asked Questions

To what licenses or permits does this apply?

The SC Illegal Immigration Reform Act form is required for all Alcohol licenses or permits.

How does it affect my application?

All new applicants that apply as a sole proprietor for an Alcohol Beverage License, of any type or duration, must complete

the Verification of Lawful Presence in the United States. All principals of a corporation must complete the Verification of

Lawful Background for Applicant's Principal.

What documentation will I need?

A front and back copy of all immigration documents must be attached. Applications for citizenship or residency are NOT

accepted.

What if I don't complete the form?

Your Alcohol license or permit will be denied.

What forms do I need?

If you are a corporate entity (corporation, LLC, LLP or a partnership), the entity is required to complete form ABL-920,

Verification of Lawful Background For Applicant's Principal. All principals of any corporate entity must complete the

ABL 920 form in its entirety. Be sure it is notarized. If you are a sole proprietorship, complete form ABL-577,

Verification of Lawful Presence In the United States. Be sure to have this form completed in its entirety and that the

form is notarized.

Where can I get these forms?

Forms can be obtained from our website: or at the Taxpayer Service Center(s) or Fax on Demand.

The South Carolina Department of Revenue maintains a Fax-on-Demand automated form and document retrieval system

by which you may call in using either a fax phone or a regular touch tone phone to order single copy of the form.

Fax On Demand Telephone Number: (803)898-5320 (in Columbia, South Carolina)

ABL-920 Verification of Lawful Background For Applicant's Principal - Order Number: 5519

ABL-577 Verification of Lawful Presence In the United States - Order Number: 5520

Do I submit a new ABL-920 or ABL-577 each time I renew my license/permit?

No, if all principals have previously submitted an ABL-920 or ABL-577 unless the immigration status or citizenship has

changed or expired.

What is an A-number?

An "A-number" is an Alien Registration Number.

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