Texas TABC Performance Beer Retailer's on Premise License (BE) Bond
Overview
Selling beer for on-premises consumption in Texas requires more than just showing up — the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) requires a Performance Bond before it will issue your Beer Retailer's On-Premise License (BE). This bond guarantees that you will comply with Texas alcoholic beverage laws and fulfill your obligations as a licensed beer retailer. Without it, your BE license application goes nowhere. Bond Titan makes it fast to get bonded and move forward.
Who Needs This Bond?
Bars, taverns, and brewpubs serving beer for on-site consumption, restaurants and cafes that hold or are applying for a Texas TABC BE license, and entertainment venues or social clubs that sell beer by the drink on the premises all need this bond. If TABC has told you that a Performance Bond is required as part of your Beer Retailer's On-Premise License (BE) application, this is the exact bond you need. It applies statewide — any Texas business seeking a BE license falls under this requirement.
What is this Bond For?
This bond protects the State of Texas and the TABC by holding the licensed beer retailer financially accountable for compliance with Texas alcoholic beverage regulations. If you violate the terms of your license — through illegal sales, tax nonpayment, or other regulatory breaches — the bond provides a financial remedy for the harmed party. It is a performance guarantee, not an insurance policy for your business. The bond signals to TABC that you are a responsible operator before they put a license in your hands.
When is it Required?
TABC requests this bond during the licensing process, before your Beer Retailer's On-Premise License (BE) is approved and issued. You will need to provide proof of the bond as part of your application package — you cannot open for business as a licensed on-premise beer retailer until this requirement is satisfied. If you are renewing your BE license and your bond has lapsed or expired, TABC will require a current bond before continuing your license in good standing. Get bonded first, then submit your documentation.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond applies statewide across Texas and is governed by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. It is not a local city or county requirement — any Texas business applying for a Beer Retailer's On-Premise License (BE) anywhere in the state must meet this bonding requirement. The bond is filed with TABC as part of the state licensing process.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' to open the secure surety portal in a new tab — you can complete your application, get approved, and download your bond documents without waiting on an agent. The process is built for speed so you can satisfy TABC's bonding requirement and keep your application moving. Have your business name, address, and license details ready when you start.
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