Special Occupational Tax Stamp | Gerald Franklin Agency

Local Permit

Special Occupational Tax Stamp

Some Texas cities require a special use or occupational license alongside your state alcohol permit. We complete these local applications for you.

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A Special Occupational Tax stamp is a local special use or occupational license that certain Texas cities require for alcohol businesses, in addition to state licensing. Gerald Franklin Agency completes these local applications and stays current with each city's rules.

What It Allows

Special Occupational Tax Stamp

The stamp satisfies the local occupational or special use requirement that some cities add on top of the state permit, so your application is not held up at the city level.

Who needs it

Businesses applying for alcohol licenses in Texas cities that require a local occupational or special use license.

How We Help

What We Handle

  • Confirm whether your city requires the stamp
  • Prepare and file the local occupational or special use application
  • Coordinate the stamp with your state TABC permit
  • Stay current with changing city and state requirements

Questions

Special Occupational Tax Stamp FAQ

Does every Texas city require this stamp?

No. Only some cities require a special use or occupational license. We check your specific city as part of your application.

How do I know if I need one?

We confirm your city's local requirements when we scope your application, so nothing is missed at the city level.

Do you handle the filing?

Yes. We prepare and file the local application for you and coordinate it with your state permit.

GFA Testimonials

Trusted By Businesses Across Texas

"The Gerald Franklin Agency is the gold standard in the State of Texas for application, renewals and compliance in the ever changing licensing industry."

Gary Adair, Adair Concepts

"Would highly recommend using Gerald Franklin Agency for liquor licenses and permits. Richard Wills is incredibly professional and I had a great experience working with him."

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"Richard and the team certainly played a major role in facilitating our access to the market."

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Ready to Start Your Special Occupational Tax Stamp?

Call the largest private liquor licensing agency in Texas. Former TABC professionals prepare, file, and track your application from the first question to final approval.

Start Your Application Call 713 868 0068