Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco
Electronic Data Submission
(EDS)
General Overview
What is EDS?
EDS stands for Electronic Data Submission.
The system was built to provide a way to submit monthly
cigarette, tobacco, and alcohol reports electronically.
Where do I find EDS?
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Navigate to the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and
Tobacco’s (AB&T’s) home page, which is on the
Florida Department of Business & Professional
Regulation’s website.
www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/abt/index.html
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Select the Electronic Data Submission (EDS) link.
www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/abt/eds/
Why should I submit reports
via EDS?
• Utilizing EDS allows for a more cost efficient and accurate method of
filing, unlike submitting paper forms.
• Electronic reporting reduces the need for paper storage and allows
for quicker future reference.
• The cost of monthly postage is no longer necessary.
• Since monthly reports need to be postage stamped by the 10th of
each month at the latest, EDS provides a full 24 hours for submission
electronically.
• Numerous tutorials are available to aid in the completion and
submission of the various online reports.
• There is instant feedback that the State has received your report.
• The system places your information into all applicable areas and
performs the calculations automatically for you, lessening chances
of mathematical errors.
How do I submit reports?
Reports can be submitted in one of two ways.
• Web-based Reporting: Recommended for small to
medium size filers. This method allows the user to enter
data directly into a web interface. Internet Explorer is
highly recommended when utilizing monthly webbased reporting.
• Batch Upload (FTP) Reporting: Recommended for
medium to large organizations. This method requires
your data center or IT person to create a flat file and
upload it to the Division of Alcoholic Beverages &
Tobacco’s servers via File Transfer Protocol (FTP).
How do I register?
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Regardless of the submission option (web-based or FTP), the
system will prompt user registration and creation of a user
account.
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Several instructional tutorials and FAQs have been provided
on the Division of Alcoholic Beverages & Tobacco’s website
to aid in the process of registration.
EDS Log In
Once a user account has been created and a
password selected, submission of monthly reports will
be enabled via login through EDS.
User’s Main Screen
After the EDS login, the next screen will provide links to the
report(s) each user is required to file. These links will be
found under File a New Report. Instructional PowerPoints
are provided as references for each type of report
available.
Report Confirmation
Once a report is submitted, EDS will provide a confirmation
message. This confirmation message must be received for there
to have been a successful submission.
Technical Support
EDS.SUPPORT@DBPR.STATE.FL.US
Contact EDS Support for technical questions or to report a problem. If you need assistance filling out a report, contact your district office.