INDUSTRY NOTICE
December 4, 2019
TABC Now Accepting Consumer Delivery Permit Applications
This notice is for persons interested in applying for TABC’s new Consumer Delivery Permit.

Consumer Delivery Permit: This allows the permit holder to pick up alcohol from an authorized retailer and deliver it to an adult consumer who purchased the alcohol remotely.

Application: The Consumer Delivery Permit application form is now available on TABC’s website. Eligible parties may download the form and begin applying today.

Fee: The fee for the Consumer Delivery Permit is $10,000. The permit is valid for two years. The holder may renew the permit for the same amount at the end of each two-year period.

Application Submission: Applicants must submit their completed application along with the $10,000 fee (via cashier’s check, money order, or company check that is payable to the Comptroller of Public Accounts) to P.O. BOX 13127, Austin, Texas 78711.

Permit Approval: When TABC receives a completed application and fee payment, TABC will review the documents to ensure the applicant is eligible for the permit. Once approved, TABC will issue the applicant a Letter of Authority via email, allowing them to begin conducting the permitted activities (permittees will receive a paper permit in the mail soon thereafter).

Who May Apply: Holders of a Package Store Permit, Wine Only Package Store Permit, Wine and Beer Retailer’s Permit, Wine and Beer Retailer’s Off-Premise Permit, Mixed Beverage Permit with a Food and Beverage Certificate, Retail Dealer’s On-Premise License, Retail Dealer’s Off-Premise License, or a business that contracts with or employs individuals to deliver retail goods to consumers (other than those in the manufacturing or wholesale tiers).

Note for MB Permit Holders: If you are a Mixed Beverage Permit holder that also has a Food and Beverage Certificate and want to begin alcohol deliveries now, check out this guidance.

Public Safety: TABC is developing training specific to alcohol delivery drivers. Until that is available, alcohol responsibility information can be found here.

If you have questions or need assistance, you may contact TABC by email at licensing@tabc.texas.gov or by phone at 512-206-3360.
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