TABC Permit
Texas Package Store Permit
The Package Store Permit is the license behind Texas liquor stores. We handle the strict physical, zoning, and compliance rules and file your application end to end.
What It Allows
Package Store Permit
The Package Store Permit lets you sell hard liquor, wine, and beer in sealed containers for customers to take home. It covers independent liquor stores, regional and national spirits retailers, and fine wine and spirits shops.
Who needs it
Owners operating a traditional liquor store that sells distilled spirits to the public for off premise consumption.
Requirements
What You Need
- Solid opaque wall separation from floor to ceiling if adjacent to other businesses, with no shared internal doors, foyers, or restrooms
- All employees at least 21 years of age
- Store hours of Monday through Saturday 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, closed Sunday, and closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day
- The 2026 digital compliance report filed through AIMS, with the required signage in place
The Details
Fees and Key Facts
Fees are the state portion and are subject to change. Local fees and bonds are additional. We confirm current figures for your exact permit during your consultation.
Questions
Package Store Permit FAQ
Can I sell ice and mixers at a package store?
Yes. A package store can sell nonalcoholic items such as ice and mixers alongside sealed containers of liquor, wine, and beer. We confirm what your specific location can carry.
Can package stores open on Sunday?
No. Texas package stores are closed on Sunday and on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day, and operate Monday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
How much does a Package Store Permit cost?
The 2026 state fee is 1,800 dollars for a two year permit, plus local fees, the required newspaper notice, and a 5,000 dollar conduct bond. We give you a full breakdown for your location.
Do I need a separate wine permit?
The Package Store Permit already covers wine in sealed containers for off premise sale. We confirm the exact permit set your store needs during your consultation.
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