Requirements to Get a Liquor License in Texas

The baseline the TABC expects before you apply, from eligibility and location rules to bonds and local certifications.

Most Texas business owners qualify for a liquor license, but the TABC sets a short list of baseline requirements, and a location or paperwork problem can stall an otherwise strong application. This guide covers what you need before you file. Gerald Franklin Agency confirms your eligibility and handles the requirements for you.

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Eligibility

The Baseline the TABC Expects

You and your business meet the TABC eligibility standards
Your premises and lease or ownership are in order
Your location clears the distance rules near schools and churches
You can obtain the required conduct surety bond

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Location

The Distance Rules

Texas generally restricts alcohol sales within a set distance of schools and churches, and the exact distance and how it is measured vary by city. A Food and Beverage Certificate can create an exception in some cases. We run a site analysis before you sign a lease so a distance rule never becomes a surprise.

Bonds and Local Steps

Bonds and Certifications

Many permits require a conduct surety bond and local city and county certifications in addition to the state filing. We secure the bond and complete the local steps as part of the application. See TABC surety bonds.

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