New License Application
The forms and documents required to apply for a new ABC license, based on the ownership structure of the business.
Definitions
Go to our Ownership Entities page to find definitions for each of the common business ownership structures.
Sole Owner
All forms and documents listed below are required to submit your application. Refer to the current Application Fee Schedule and Annual Fee Schedule for all applicable fees and surcharges.
Forms
Form | Revised Date | Description |
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ABC-211-SIG | Jul-19 | Application Signature Sheet (“Sign On”) – Signature page for applicants who are unable to appear at the ABC district office to sign the application Form ABC-211. Signatures must be notarized. |
ABC-217 | Jan-19 | Application Questionnaire – Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC Employee. See form instructions. |
ABC-208-A | Jan-19 | Individual Personal Affidavit – Must be completed by (a) sole owners; (b) each general partner; (c) persons holding 10 percent or more of the capital or stock of a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership; and (d) spouses. Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. |
ABC-208-B | Jan-19 | Individual Financial Affidavit – Must be completed by (a) sole owners; (b) each general partner; (c) persons holding 10 percent or more of the capital or stock of a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership; and (d) spouses. Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. |
ABC-253 | Jul-19 | Supplemental Diagram – Drawing of the real property you own or otherwise control. An exterior view of the premises and surrounding area, including cross streets. |
ABC-257 | Dec-21 | Licensed Premises Diagram/Planned Operation – Drawing of your floor plan, including overall dimensions and patios to be licensed, and description of proposed operation. |
ABC-255 | Jan-19 | Zoning Affidavit – Contact your city or county planning department for information to complete the form. |
ABC-247 | Jan-19 | Statement re: Residences (Rule 61.4, Residences Within 100 feet). |
ABC-251 | May-14 | Statement re: Consideration Points (Schools, Hospital, Churches, Public Playgrounds, Parks and Youth Facilities). |
ABC-140 | Dec-09 | Certificate re Chapter 15 Tied-House Restrictions – Required for corporations, limited partnerships and limited liability companies. For applicant entity only (not its parents, related entities, or individuals). |
ABC-069 | Apr-03 | Statement of Citizenship, Alien and Immigration Status and supporting document (e.g., certified copy of birth certificate or passport; See List A and B) – Required if you are applying as sole owner (includes U.S. citizens, U.S. Nationals and Aliens). |
Other Documents
- State-issued identification, driver’s license or passport for person(s) appearing at ABC to sign application.
- You may need to provide verification (proof) of the source of your funds (e.g., bank statements, savings passbooks, loan papers, real estate papers, financial statement, gift/loan letters, etc.).
- Copy of Conditional use Permit – Or receipt showing that CUP application has been submitted. Obtain from your city or county planning department.
Partnership
All forms and documents listed below are required to submit your application. Refer to the current Application Fee Schedule and Annual Fee Schedule for all applicable fees and surcharges.
Forms
Form | Revised Date | Description |
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ABC-211-SIG | Jul-19 | Application Signature Sheet (“Sign On”) – Signature page for applicants who are unable to appear at the ABC district office to sign the application Form ABC-211. Signatures must be notarized. |
ABC-217 | Jan-19 | Application Questionnaire – Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC Employee. See form instructions. |
ABC-208-A | Jan-19 | Individual Personal Affidavit – Must be completed by (a) sole owners; (b) each general partner; (c) persons holding 10 percent or more of the capital or stock of a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership; and (d) spouses. Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. |
ABC-208-B | Jan-19 | Individual Financial Affidavit – Must be completed by (a) sole owners; (b) each general partner; (c) persons holding 10 percent or more of the capital or stock of a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership; and (d) spouses. Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. |
ABC-253 | Jul-19 | Supplemental Diagram – Drawing of the real property you own or otherwise control. An exterior view of the premises and surrounding area, including cross streets. |
ABC-257 | Dec-21 | Licensed Premises Diagram/Planned Operation – Drawing of your floor plan, including overall dimensions and patios to be licensed, and description of proposed operation. |
ABC-255 | Jan-19 | Zoning Affidavit – Contact your city or county planning department for information to complete the form. |
ABC-247 | Jan-19 | Statement re: Residences (Rule 61.4, Residences Within 100 feet). |
ABC-251 | May-14 | Statement re: Consideration Points (Schools, Hospital, Churches, Public Playgrounds, Parks and Youth Facilities). |
ABC-140 | Dec-09 | Certificate re Chapter 15 Tied-House Restrictions – Required for corporations, limited partnerships and limited liability companies. For applicant entity only (not its parents, related entities, or individuals). |
Other Documents
- State-issued identification, driver’s license or passport for person(s) appearing at ABC to sign application.
- You may need to provide verification (proof) of the source of your funds (e.g., bank statements, savings passbooks, loan papers, real estate papers, financial statement, gift/loan letters, etc.).
- Copy of Conditional use Permit – Or receipt showing that CUP application has been submitted. Obtain from your city or county planning department.
Corporation
All forms and documents listed below are required to submit your application. Refer to the current Application Fee Schedule and Annual Fee Schedule for all applicable fees and surcharges.
Forms
Form | Revised Date | Description |
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ABC-211-SIG | Jul-19 | Application Signature Sheet (“Sign On”) – Signature page for applicants who are unable to appear at the ABC district office to sign the application Form ABC-211. Signatures must be notarized. |
ABC-217 | Jan-19 | Application Questionnaire – Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC Employee. See form instructions. |
ABC-208-A | Jan-19 | Individual Personal Affidavit – Must be completed by (a) sole owners; (b) each general partner; (c) persons holding 10 percent or more of the capital or stock of a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership; and (d) spouses. Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. |
ABC-208-B | Jan-19 | Individual Financial Affidavit – Must be completed by (a) sole owners; (b) each general partner; (c) persons holding 10 percent or more of the capital or stock of a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership; and (d) spouses. Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. |
ABC-253 | Jul-19 | Supplemental Diagram – Drawing of the real property you own or otherwise control. An exterior view of the premises and surrounding area, including cross streets. |
ABC-257 | Dec-21 | Licensed Premises Diagram/Planned Operation – Drawing of your floor plan, including overall dimensions and patios to be licensed, and description of proposed operation. |
ABC-255 | Jan-19 | Zoning Affidavit – Contact your city or county planning department for information to complete the form. |
ABC-247 | Jan-19 | Statement re: Residences (Rule 61.4, Residences Within 100 feet). |
ABC-251 | May-14 | Statement re: Consideration Points (Schools, Hospital, Churches, Public Playgrounds, Parks and Youth Facilities). |
ABC-140 | Dec-09 | Certificate re Chapter 15 Tied-House Restrictions – Required for corporations, limited partnerships and limited liability companies. For applicant entity only (not its parents, related entities, or individuals). |
ABC-243NEW | Oct-24 | Corporate Questionnaire |
Other Documents
- State-issued identification, driver’s license or passport for person(s) appearing at ABC to sign application.
- You may need to provide verification (proof) of the source of your funds (e.g., bank statements, savings passbooks, loan papers, real estate papers, financial statement, gift/loan letters, etc.).
- Copy of Conditional use Permit – Or receipt showing that CUP application has been submitted. Obtain from your city or county planning department.
- Articles of Incorporation.
- Copy of Minutes Showing the Election of Current Officers and Directors or corporate secretary’s Certificate of Incumbency.
- Copy of Stock Register or Copies of Stock Certificates that are issued and next sequential blank/unissued certificate (copy of certificates may be required if stock register is questionable).
- Copy of Certificate of Qualification – Required for out-of-state corporations. Obtain from Secretary of State, Business Programs Division (916) 653-2318.
Limited Liability Company
All forms and documents listed below are required to submit your application. Refer to the current Application Fee Schedule and Annual Fee Schedule for all applicable fees and surcharges.
Forms
Form | Revised Date | Description |
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ABC-211-SIG | Jul-19 | Application Signature Sheet (“Sign On”) – Signature page for applicants who are unable to appear at the ABC district office to sign the application Form ABC-211. Signatures must be notarized. |
ABC-217 | Jan-19 | Application Questionnaire – Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC Employee. See form instructions. |
ABC-208-A | Jan-19 | Individual Personal Affidavit – Must be completed by (a) sole owners; (b) each general partner; (c) persons holding 10 percent or more of the capital or stock of a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership; and (d) spouses. Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. |
ABC-208-B | Jan-19 | Individual Financial Affidavit – Must be completed by (a) sole owners; (b) each general partner; (c) persons holding 10 percent or more of the capital or stock of a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership; and (d) spouses. Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. |
ABC-253 | Jul-19 | Supplemental Diagram – Drawing of the real property you own or otherwise control. An exterior view of the premises and surrounding area, including cross streets. |
ABC-257 | Dec-21 | Licensed Premises Diagram/Planned Operation – Drawing of your floor plan, including overall dimensions and patios to be licensed, and description of proposed operation. |
ABC-255 | Jan-19 | Zoning Affidavit – Contact your city or county planning department for information to complete the form. |
ABC-247 | Jan-19 | Statement re: Residences (Rule 61.4, Residences Within 100 feet). |
ABC-251 | May-14 | Statement re: Consideration Points (Schools, Hospital, Churches, Public Playgrounds, Parks and Youth Facilities). |
ABC-140 | Dec-09 | Certificate re Chapter 15 Tied-House Restrictions – Required for corporations, limited partnerships and limited liability companies. For applicant entity only (not its parents, related entities, or individuals). |
ABC-256-LLC | Jul-19 | Limited Liability Company Questionnaire. |
Other Documents
- State-issued identification, driver’s license or passport for person(s) appearing at ABC to sign application.
- You may need to provide verification (proof) of the source of your funds (e.g., bank statements, savings passbooks, loan papers, real estate papers, financial statement, gift/loan letters, etc.).
- Copy of Conditional use Permit – Or receipt showing that CUP application has been submitted. Obtain from your city or county planning department.
- Copy of Form LLC-1, Articles or Organization – Obtain from Secretary of State, (916) 653-3365.
- Copy of Form LLC-5, Application for Registration as Foreign Limited Liability Company (endorsement file stamped by Secretary of State) – For out-of-state limited liability companies.
- Copy of written Operating Agreement and any amendments, if any (if Designated LLC Manager, Managing Member, or Designated officer to sign on behalf of all parties, that person/company must be listed in the agreement).
Limited Partnership
All forms and documents listed below are required to submit your application. Refer to the current Application Fee Schedule and Annual Fee Schedule for all applicable fees and surcharges.
Forms
Form | Revised Date | Description |
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ABC-211-SIG | Jul-19 | Application Signature Sheet (“Sign On”) – Signature page for applicants who are unable to appear at the ABC district office to sign the application Form ABC-211. Signatures must be notarized. |
ABC-217 | Jan-19 | Application Questionnaire – Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC Employee. See form instructions. |
ABC-208-A | Jan-19 | Individual Personal Affidavit – Must be completed by (a) sole owners; (b) each general partner; (c) persons holding 10 percent or more of the capital or stock of a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership; and (d) spouses. Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. |
ABC-208-B | Jan-19 | Individual Financial Affidavit – Must be completed by (a) sole owners; (b) each general partner; (c) persons holding 10 percent or more of the capital or stock of a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership; and (d) spouses. Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. |
ABC-253 | Jul-19 | Supplemental Diagram – Drawing of the real property you own or otherwise control. An exterior view of the premises and surrounding area, including cross streets. |
ABC-257 | Dec-21 | Licensed Premises Diagram/Planned Operation – Drawing of your floor plan, including overall dimensions and patios to be licensed, and description of proposed operation. |
ABC-255 | Jan-19 | Zoning Affidavit – Contact your city or county planning department for information to complete the form. |
ABC-247 | Jan-19 | Statement re: Residences (Rule 61.4, Residences Within 100 feet). |
ABC-251 | May-14 | Statement re: Consideration Points (Schools, Hospital, Churches, Public Playgrounds, Parks and Youth Facilities). |
ABC-140 | Dec-09 | Certificate re Chapter 15 Tied-House Restrictions – Required for corporations, limited partnerships and limited liability companies. For applicant entity only (not its parents, related entities, or individuals). |
ABC-256 | Jul-19 | Limited Partnership Questionnaire. |
Other Documents
- State-issued identification, driver’s license or passport for person(s) appearing at ABC to sign application.
- You may need to provide verification (proof) of the source of your funds (e.g., bank statements, savings passbooks, loan papers, real estate papers, financial statement, gift/loan letters, etc.).
- Copy of Conditional use Permit – Or receipt showing that CUP application has been submitted. Obtain from your city or county planning department.
- Copy of Form LP-1, Certificate of Limited Partnership. Obtain from the Secretary of State, (916) 653-3365.
- Copy of Form LP-5, Application for Registration as Foreign Limited Partnership (endoresement file stamped by Secretary of State) – Required for out-of-state limited partnership.
- Copy of Limited Partnership Agreement and any amendments (LP2, Amendment to Certificate of Limited Partnership)
Trust
All forms and documents listed below are required to submit your application. Refer to the current Application Fee Schedule and Annual Fee Schedule for all applicable fees and surcharges.
Forms
Form | Revised Date | Description |
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ABC-211-SIG | Jul-19 | Application Signature Sheet (“Sign On”) – Signature page for applicants who are unable to appear at the ABC district office to sign the application Form ABC-211. Signatures must be notarized. |
ABC-217 | Jan-19 | Application Questionnaire – Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC Employee. See form instructions. |
ABC-208-A | Jan-19 | Individual Personal Affidavit – Must be completed by (a) sole owners; (b) each general partner; (c) persons holding 10 percent or more of the capital or stock of a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership; and (d) spouses. Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. |
ABC-208-B | Jan-19 | Individual Financial Affidavit – Must be completed by (a) sole owners; (b) each general partner; (c) persons holding 10 percent or more of the capital or stock of a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership; and (d) spouses. Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. |
ABC-253 | Jul-19 | Supplemental Diagram – Drawing of the real property you own or otherwise control. An exterior view of the premises and surrounding area, including cross streets. |
ABC-257 | Dec-21 | Licensed Premises Diagram/Planned Operation – Drawing of your floor plan, including overall dimensions and patios to be licensed, and description of proposed operation. |
ABC-255 | Jan-19 | Zoning Affidavit – Contact your city or county planning department for information to complete the form. |
ABC-247 | Jan-19 | Statement re: Residences (Rule 61.4, Residences Within 100 feet). |
ABC-251 | May-14 | Statement re: Consideration Points (Schools, Hospital, Churches, Public Playgrounds, Parks and Youth Facilities). |
ABC-140 | Dec-09 | Certificate re Chapter 15 Tied-House Restrictions – Required for corporations, limited partnerships and limited liability companies. For applicant entity only (not its parents, related entities, or individuals). |
ABC-256 | Jul-19 | Limited Partnership Questionnaire. |
Other Documents
- State-issued identification, driver’s license or passport for person(s) appearing at ABC to sign application.
- You may need to provide verification (proof) of the source of your funds (e.g., bank statements, savings passbooks, loan papers, real estate papers, financial statement, gift/loan letters, etc.).
- Copy of Conditional use Permit – Or receipt showing that CUP application has been submitted. Obtain from your city or county planning department.
- Trust Agreement
Contact
For additional information,
contact your local ABC District Office.
Bakersfield
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4800 Stockdale Highway., Suite 213
Bakersfield, CA 93309
- Phone:
- (661) 395-2731
- Fax:
- (661) 322-5929
- Email:
- Bakersfield@abc.ca.gov
Concord
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1800 Sutter St., Ste 450
Concord, CA 94520
- Phone:
- (925) 655-6314
- Fax:
- (925) 655-6310
- Email:
- Concord@abc.ca.gov
Eureka
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1105 Sixth St., Suite C
Eureka, CA 95501
- Phone:
- (707) 445-7229
- Fax:
- (707) 445-6643
- Email:
- Eureka@abc.ca.gov
Fresno
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1330 B East Shaw Ave.
Fresno, CA 93710-7902
- Phone:
- (559) 225-6334
- Fax:
- (559) 225-8740
- Email:
- Fresno@abc.ca.gov
LA/Metro
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888 S Figueroa Street, Suite 320
Los Angeles, CA 90017
- Phone:
- (213) 833-6043
- Fax:
- (213) 833-6058
- Email:
- LAMetro@abc.ca.gov
LB/Lakewood
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3950 Paramount Blvd., Suite 250
Lakewood, CA 90712
- Phone:
- (562) 982-1337
- Fax:
- (562) 275-4174
- Email:
- LongBeach/Lakewood@abc.ca.gov
Lodi
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3021 Reynolds Ranch Parkway, Suite 150
Lodi, CA 95240
- Phone:
- (209) 371-6761
- Fax:
- (209) 371-6763
- Email:
- lodi@abc.ca.gov
Monrovia
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222 E. Huntington Dr., Suite 114
Monrovia, CA 91016
- Phone:
- (626) 256-3241
- Fax:
- (626) 263-9858
- Email:
- Monrovia@abc.ca.gov
Palm Desert
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34-160 Gateway Dr., Suite 120
Palm Desert, CA 92211
- Phone:
- (760) 324-2027
- Fax:
- (760) 324-2632
- Email:
- PalmDesert@abc.ca.gov
Redding
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1900 Churn Creek Rd., Suite 215
Redding, CA 96002
- Phone:
- (530) 224-4830
- Fax:
- (530) 224-9338
- Email:
- Redding@abc.ca.gov
Riverside
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3737 Main Street, Suite 900
Riverside, CA 92501
- Phone:
- (951) 782-4400
- Fax:
- (951) 781-0531
- Email:
- Riverside@abc.ca.gov
Sacramento
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2400 Del Paso Road, Suite 155
Sacramento, CA 95834
- Phone:
- (916) 419-1319
- Fax:
- (916) 419-3994
- Email:
- Sacramento@abc.ca.gov
Salinas
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1137 Westridge Parkway
Salinas, CA 93907
- Phone:
- (831) 755-1990
- Fax:
- (831) 755-1997
- Email:
- Salinas@abc.ca.gov
San Diego
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8620 Spectrum Center Blvd., Suite 302
San Diego, CA 92123
- Phone:
- (858) 300-6855
- Fax:
- (858) 300-6874
- Email:
- SanDiego@abc.ca.gov
San Francisco
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33 New Montgomery St., Suite 1230
San Francisco, CA 94105
- Phone:
- (415) 356-6500
(415) 356-6501
(415) 356-6502
(415) 356-6503 - Fax:
- (415) 356-6599
- Email:
- SanFrancisco@abc.ca.gov
San Jose
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224 Airport Parkway, Suite 620
San Jose, CA 95110
- Phone:
- (408) 346-2417
- Fax:
- (408) 346-2413
- Email:
- SanJose@abc.ca.gov
San Luis Obispo
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3220 S. Higuera St., Suite 103A
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
- Phone:
- (805) 543-7183
- Fax:
- (805) 543-3814
- Email:
- SanLuisObispo@abc.ca.gov
San Marcos
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570 Rancheros Drive, Suite 240
San Marcos, CA 92069
- Phone:
- (760) 471-4237
- Fax:
- (760) 471-6142
- Email:
- SanMarcos@abc.ca.gov
Santa Ana
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2 MacArthur Place, Suite 200
Santa Ana, CA 92707
- Phone:
- (657) 205-3533
- Fax:
- (657) 205-3520
- Email:
- SantaAna@abc.ca.gov
Santa Rosa
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50 D Street, Room 130
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
- Phone:
- (707) 576-2165
- Fax:
- (707)527-9537
- Email:
- SantaRosa@abc.ca.gov
Van Nuys
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6150 Van Nuys Blvd., Room 220
Van Nuys, CA 91401
- Phone:
- (818) 901-5017
- Fax:
- (818) 785-6731
- Email:
- VanNuys@abc.ca.gov
Ventura
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1000 South Hill Road, Suite 310
Ventura, CA 93003
- Phone:
- (805) 289-0100
- Fax:
- (805) 289-0110
- Email:
- Ventura@abc.ca.gov