Texas Business License Bond Requirements by Agency (2026)
There is no single Texas business license bond. The agency that licenses you sets the amount — TxDMV, SOS, TDI, SML, TDB, TABC, plus city permit bonds.
Texas TABC Surety Bond
TABC conduct & tax bonds,
TABC conduct & tax bonds,
issued same day for every permit type.
Bonds for Mixed Beverage, Private Club, Wine & Beer Retailer, Package Store, Wholesaler, and Distributor permits. Premium typically 1–3% annually on standard credit. We file with TABC's AIMS system the same day.
- All TABC permit types — MB, BG, P, N, W, B
- Conduct and tax bonds
- AIMS filing same day
What it is
The bond TABC requires before granting an alcohol permit.
A TABC surety bond is a financial guarantee filed with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission as a condition of holding most alcohol permits. It guarantees the licensee will follow Texas's Alcoholic Beverage Code — no sales to minors, no sales during prohibited hours, and timely payment of excise taxes and administrative fines.
TABC uses two bond types. Conduct bonds cover regulatory compliance — violations of the Alcoholic Beverage Code. Tax bonds cover state excise tax obligations, most commonly on wholesaler and distributor permits. Some permit types (like wholesalers) require both.
Bond amounts vary by permit — $5,000 is the most common for on-premise retail, while distributor and wholesaler bonds can run $10,000–$30,000. We know the exact bond form for every TABC permit type.
Common TABC bonds
Bond amounts by permit type.
| Permit type | Typical bond amount | Annual premium |
|---|---|---|
| MB — Mixed Beverage | $5,000 | $100–$150 |
| BG — Wine & Beer Retailer | $5,000 | $100–$150 |
| N / NB — Private Club Registration | $5,000 | $100–$150 |
| P — Package Store | $5,000 | $100–$150 |
| W — Wholesaler | $10,000–$30,000 | $200–$900 |
| B — Distributor | $10,000–$30,000 | $200–$900 |
Premiums for standard credit. Tell us the permit type and we quote the exact bond.
How to get bonded
Four steps, TABC-filed same day.
- 01
Identify permit & bond
Tell us the TABC permit type (MB, BG, P, N, W, B). We confirm the required bond amount and form.
- 02
Quote & sign
Soft credit pull. Exact premium quoted, electronic application and indemnity agreement.
- 03
Pay & issue
Credit card or ACH. Bond executed same day, sealed and ready to file.
- 04
AIMS upload
We help you upload the bond to TABC's Alcohol Industry Management System (AIMS) as part of your permit application or renewal.
Legal requirements
Statute, agency, bond term.
Statute
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code authorizes bonding requirements across permit types. Administrative rules in 16 TAC Chapter 33 set amounts and bond forms.
Issuing agency
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC). Permits processed through AIMS online portal.
Bond amount
Varies by permit — $5,000 for most on-premise retail, up to $30,000 for wholesaler and distributor bonds.
Term
2 years, aligned to the TABC license cycle.
Who can claim
TABC itself for unpaid fines, back taxes, and administrative penalties assessed against the licensee.
Why Surety Bond Houston
Every TABC permit, every credit tier, same day.
We know AIMS
TABC's online permitting system. We walk first-time applicants through bond upload and resubmission if TABC kicks anything back.
All permit types
Mixed Beverage, Private Club, Wine & Beer, Package Store, Wholesaler, Distributor. We write the exact bond form TABC requires.
Every credit tier
Preferred pricing for 700+ credit. Specialty markets for sub-620, past bankruptcies, and restaurant owners with complex financials.
Related bonds
Other license bonds we write for hospitality.
FAQ
TABC bond questions we hear weekly.
Which TABC license types require a surety bond?
Conduct surety bonds are required for many TABC permits — most commonly Mixed Beverage (MB), Private Club Registration (N/NB), Wine and Beer Retailer's (BG), Package Store (P), Wholesaler (W), and Distributor (B). Bond amounts vary by permit type, typically $5,000 to $30,000. Not every TABC permit requires a bond; tell us the exact permit and we confirm.
How much does a TABC bond cost?
Premium runs 1–3% of the bond amount annually for standard credit. A $5,000 Mixed Beverage conduct bond typically costs $100–$250 per year. A $30,000 wholesaler bond runs $300–$900. Credit under 620 priced 3–7%.
What is the difference between a TABC conduct bond and a TABC tax bond?
The conduct bond guarantees the licensee will follow TABC regulations — no selling to minors, no sales during prohibited hours, no violations of the Alcoholic Beverage Code. A tax bond (sometimes required for wholesalers and distributors) guarantees payment of state alcoholic beverage excise taxes. Some permit types require both.
How long does the TABC bond last?
2 years, matching the TABC license cycle. Bond renews with the license every 2 years.
How fast can I get a TABC bond?
Same-day for standard credit. Most TABC bonds are small ($5K–$30K) and underwrite quickly. We issue and email the bond the same business day for upload to TABC's Alcohol Industry Management System (AIMS).
What happens if a claim is filed against my TABC bond?
TABC files claims against the bond when a licensee fails to pay administrative fines, back taxes, or damages from violations. The surety pays up to the bond amount and then collects from the licensee. Serious violations can also trigger license suspension or revocation separate from bond claims.
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