New Virginia Requirement Oct 1, 2026

Selling Tobacco or Vape Online to Virginia?

Out-of-state and internet retailers who ship covered products to Virginia consumers generally need Virginia licensing. We help you get compliant and stay compliant.

Virginia licensing applies to sellers inside or outside the state
Remote cigar/pipe sales need a separate remote retail seller license
Federal PACT Act: registration, age checks & reporting
We map exactly what applies to your business

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Tell us what you ship and where and we'll confirm what you need. No obligation.

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Virginia licensing, remote seller rules, and federal PACT Act, handled in one place.

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One flat fee covers your filing plus 12 months of compliance and consulting.

Oct 1, 2026

Permit required to keep selling

$300–$400

State application fee

Every Location

Needs its own permit

Done For You

Application to approval

Questions

Online & Out-of-State Seller FAQ

I'm out of state. Do I need a Virginia license to ship there?

Generally yes. Under Virginia law, sellers of nicotine and vapor products must be licensed whether inside or outside the Commonwealth. These requirements originated with the Department of Taxation and are transitioning to Virginia ABC effective October 1, 2026.

What about the federal PACT Act?

The PACT Act (extended to vapor products) requires remote sellers of tobacco and vapor products to register with the ATF and the state, verify age, and file monthly reports. It applies on top of Virginia's rules.

Do remote cigar or pipe tobacco sales need anything?

Yes. Remote online sales of cigars or pipe tobacco to Virginia consumers require a separate remote retail seller license, even though those products are exempt from the in-store retail permit.

Sell Into Virginia, Compliantly

The rules for remote and out-of-state sellers are detailed and changing. Get a free assessment and we'll tell you exactly what applies.

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