Get Your California Beer & Wine Liquor License

Navigating the California ABC process for a Type 41 license doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Our comprehensive guide breaks down the steps and requirements for LLCs to get licensed quickly and efficiently, from initial forms to final submissions. Whether you’re starting a new restaurant or taking over an existing one, this guide provides everything you need to know.

This guide will dive into the following California Type 41 License topics:

• Required Documents: Gather essentials like a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) or Conditional Use Beverage (CUB) if in Los Angeles, site and floor plans, Articles of Organization, and identification documents.
• Step-by-Step Form Instructions: Each form needed, from ABC 211 SIG to ABC 256, with detailed explanations and field-specific instructions for LLCs.
• Notarization Requirements: Certain forms, including ownership and financial disclosures, require notarized signatures for all LLC members.
• Application Fee: Be prepared to submit checks for application fees, currently $1,360, and fingerprinting.
• Final Packet Submission: Follow specific packaging instructions to avoid delays in ABC processing.

Here are some of the Guide Highlights

“Notarize before you finalize: California ABC requires notarized signatures from all LLC members on specific forms.”

“Fingerprinting is mandatory for each business structure member. Include a check for $63 per person along with the application fees.”

“Prepare your Conditional Use Permit (CUP) early—it’s often a make-or-break requirement for getting your Type 41 license approved.”

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