Any person or entity applying for a liquor license or permit in the state of Utah, including retailers, manufacturers, warehousers, and event organizers. Required when: Application for a liquor license or permit under Utah Code Title 32B. Exemptions: Religious wine permits do not require a bond.
Overview
What it is.
Any person or entity applying for a liquor license or permit in the state of Utah, including retailers, manufacturers, warehousers, and event organizers. Required when: Application for a liquor license or permit under Utah Code Title 32B. Exemptions: Religious wine permits do not require a bond.
Who usually needs it
Any person or entity applying for a liquor license or permit in the state of Utah, including retailers, manufacturers, warehousers, and event organizers.
Pricing & timing
What to expect.
Generic pricing
License bonds are required by state and local governments to ensure compliance with industry regulations. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger license bonds: Commonly around 1–5% of the bond amount annually. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. Same-day approval is typical for many common license bonds. Some license bonds may price higher de…
Typical timeframe
Issuance timeframe varies by bond type and underwriting
Application
What to do next.
Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
Start the application.
You are on the exact bond page. The next step is to start the quick application.
StateUTBond amount$10,000 for most retail, manufacturing, and warehousing licenses; $5,000 for li…Term lengthContinuousObligeeUtah Department of Alcoholic Beverage ServicesRenewalThe bond must be maintained for as long as the licensee operates and is reverified annually during the license renewal process.Bond classLicense BondCategoryAlcohol & BeverageBondLicensee/Permittee BondStatutory referenceUtah Code § 32B-5-204; § 32B-11-207; § 32B-12-206; § 32B-9-304; § 32B-10-403JurisdictionState
