The Alcohol Policy ensures that eBay members do not break the law when buying or listing wine or other alcoholic beverages on eBay.com.au. Sellers need to be aware that:

• Selling alcohol or wine on eBay.com.au requires a licence.

• They must place the number of their license in the listing.

• Alcohol and wine may only be traded domestically, within Australia.

Various States have different laws regarding trading wine and alcohol. Make sure you know your State's laws and if (and where) you are allowed to sell alcohol. You should also consider the following:

• When alcohol is posted to a buyer, you must obtain the signature of an adult (over 18 years of age).

• Many States have very specific laws based on the quantity and type of alcohol being posted.

• Sellers should describe the signature and postage requirements for fulfilling the transaction when listing such items on eBay.com.au.

• Many States require that carriers have licenses to transport alcohol.

• Your carrier must be capable of obtaining the required signature. Australia Post is unable to solicit age verification upon delivery of an item.

Advertising alcohol on eBay

Refer to the Alcohol Beverages Advertising Code (ABAC) for more information on advertising alcohol. eBay asks all members to comply with this code. Any listing found to be in breach of these guidelines will be reviewed and may result in its removal.

Violations of this policy may result in a range of actions, including

• Listing cancellation

• Limits on account privileges

• Account suspension

• Forfeit of eBay fees on cancelled listings

• Loss of PowerSeller status