How much does an Alcoholic Beverage Commission bond cost in Texas?
The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission requires certain professionals to post surety bonds before being able to legally work within the state. These bonds include the following:
- Conduct surety bonds
- Fee interest surety bonds for contract/alternating resident and non-resident brewers and manufacturers
- Liquor tax surety bonds
- Tax bonds
- Performance surety bonds
The price you’ll pay for your TABC surety bond varies based on your required bond amount and a review of your personal credit report. The best way to find out exactly how much you’ll pay for your Texas surety bond is to request your free bond quote now!
| Bond Type | Bond Amount | Cost by Credit Score* | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 680 and up | 679 - 600 | 599 or lower | |||
| Conduct Bond | $5,000 or $10,000 | Starts at 3% | 5-10% | 10%+ | Apply Now |
| Fee Interest Bond for Contract/Alternating Resident and Non-Resident Brewers and Manufacturers | $30,000 | Starts at 3% | 5-10% | 10%+ | Apply Now |
| Liquor Tax Bond | Varies | Starts at 3% | 5-10% | 10%+ | Apply Now |
| Tax Bond | Varies | Starts at 3% | 5-10% | 10%+ | Apply Now |
| Performance Bond | Varies | Starts at 3% | 5-10% | 10%+ | Apply Now |
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Conduct Bonds
Texas conduct bonds are put in place to ensure that principals (permit holders) conduct business in accordance with the rules and regulations set by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. If the principal fails to conduct business lawfully, the bond protects the state from financial loss up to the full amount of the bond. The principal must reimburse the surety for all damages paid out.
All retailers who do not hold a Food and Beverage Certificate must be bonded.
The following types of permit holders must post $5,000 or $10,000 TABC conduct bonds:
- Mixed beverage permit
- Private club registration permit
- Private club for beer and wine permit
- Private club exemption certificate permit
- Wine and beer retailer’s permit - excursion boat
- Wine and beer retailer’s permit - railway car
- Wine and beer retailer’s permit
- Beer retailer’s on premise license
The $5,000 bond amount is required if the business location is located more than 1,000 feet from a public school. If the location is within 1,000 feet of a public school, the required bond amount is $10,000.
The following types of permit holders must post $10,000 TABC bonds only if the business is located within 1,000 feet of a public school:
- Package store permit
- Wine only package store permit
- Wine and beer retailer’s off premise permit
Conduct bonds in Texas become effective on the date of issuance of the permit or license issued by the TABC and remain in full force and effect until canceled or until the permit/license and renewals of the permit/license expire.
The surety can cancel the bond by giving written notice of cancellation to the TABC. Cancellation becomes effective 30 days after the notice is received.
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Bond Form Link:
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Conduct Surety Bond form
Fee Interest Bonds for Contract/Alternating Resident and Non-Resident Brewers and Manufacturers
Texas fee interest bonds are put in place to ensure that principals (permit holders) conduct business in accordance with the rules and regulations set by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. If the principal fails to conduct business lawfully, the bond protects the state from financial loss up to the full amount of the bond. The principal must reimburse the surety for all damages paid out.
Holders of the following permit types who do not own a fee interest (ownership) in a brewery facility must post $30,000 TABC fee interest surety bonds:
- Brewer’s permit (B)
- Nonresident brewer’s permit (U)
- Manufacturer’s license (BA)
- Nonresident manufacturer’s license (BS)
Fee interest bonds in Texas become effective on the date of issuance of the permit or license issued by the TABC and remain in full force and effect until canceled or until the permit/license and renewals of the permit/license expire.
The surety can cancel the bond by giving written notice of cancellation to the TABC. Cancellation becomes effective 30 days after the notice is received.
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Liquor Tax Bonds
Texas liquor tax bonds are put in place to ensure that principals (permit holders) account for and pay all permit fees, service fees, taxes and penalties required by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. If the principal fails to conduct business lawfully, the bond protects the state from financial loss up to the full amount of the bond. The principal must reimburse the surety for all damages paid out.
The required amount of a TABC liquor tax bond is determined by an estimate of six weeks’ sales by gallons for liquor and gallons and class for wine and size of ale, with a minimum of $1,000.
The following types of permit holders must post TABC liquor tax bonds:
- Brewer’s permit
- Wholesaler’s permit
- General class B wholesaler’s permit
- Wine bottler’s permit
- Winery permit
- Out-of-state winery direct shipper’s permit
The TABC can review and increase the required bond amount at any time.
Liquor tax bonds in Texas become effective on the date of issuance of the permit or license issued by the TABC and remain in full force and effect until canceled or until the permit/license and renewals of the permit/license expire.
The surety can cancel the bond by giving written notice of cancellation to the TABC. Cancellation becomes effective 30 days after the notice is received.
Bond Form Link:
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Liquor Tax Bond form (Word doc download)
Tax Bonds
Texas tax bonds are put in place to ensure that principals (permit holders) conduct business in accordance with the rules and regulations set by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. By posting this bond, principals agree to account for and pay all taxes, penalties and interest that becomes due to the state. If the principal fails to conduct business lawfully, the bond protects the state from financial loss up to the full amount of the bond. The principal must reimburse the surety for all damages paid out.
The required amount of a TABC tax bond is determined by the maximum amount of beer sold in a 30-day period, with a minimum of $500. Applicants must submit a statement estimating the maximum amount of beer to be sold in a 30-day period.
The following types of permit holders must post TABC tax bonds:
- Brewpub license
- Branch distributor’s license
- General distributor’s license
- Local distributor’s license
- Manufacturer’s license
- Non-resident manufacturer’s license
Non-resident manufacturers must be bonded only if an applicant delivers to Texas in his or her vehicle. The required bond amount for this license is $10,000.
The TABC can review and increase the required bond amount at any time.
Tax bonds in Texas become effective on the date of issuance of the permit or license issued by the TABC and remain in full force and effect until canceled or until the permit/license and renewals of the permit/license expire.
The surety can cancel the bond by giving written notice of cancellation to the TABC. Cancellation becomes effective 30 days after the notice is received.
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Performance Bonds
Texas performance bonds are put in place to ensure that principals (permit holders) conduct business in accordance with the rules and regulations set by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. If the principal fails to conduct business lawfully, the bond protects the state from financial loss up to the full amount of the bond. The principal must reimburse the surety for all damages paid out.
The following types of permit holders must post performance surety bonds only if they’re located in Dallas, Tarrant or Harris Counties and do not hold a Food and Beverage Certificate:
- Wine and beer retailer’s permit
- Beer retailer’s on premise license
An initial performance bond in the amount of $2,000 is required. If the first bond is forfeited to the commission, the license/permit holder must post a $4,000 bond before a license/permit can be reinstated. If the second bond is forfeited, a $6,000 bond is required.
Performance bonds in Texas become effective on the date of issuance of the permit or license issued by the TABC and remain in full force and effect until canceled or until the permit/license and renewals of the permit/license expire.
The surety can cancel the bond by giving written notice of cancellation to the TABC. Cancellation becomes effective 30 days after the notice is received.
Because the required amount and price of this Texas surety bond can vary so much, our experts suggest submitting a bond request to receive your free bond quote within one business day!
Bond Form Link:
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Performance Bond form
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Additional Resources
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Bond Requirements
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Licensing Forms
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Licensing FAQ
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission License and Permit Descriptions
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