This bond is required for businesses that sell beer and wine in Virginia. If you own a restaurant, bar, grocery store, or any establishment that wants to sell alcoholic beverages, you need this bond before getting your permit. It acts as a financial guarantee that you'll follow Virginia's alcohol sales laws, such as c…
Overview
What it is.
This bond is required for businesses that sell beer and wine in Virginia. If you own a restaurant, bar, grocery store, or any establishment that wants to sell alcoholic beverages, you need this bond before getting your permit. It acts as a financial guarantee that you'll follow Virginia's alcohol sales laws, such as c…
Who usually needs it
Manufacturers, bottlers, and wholesalers of beer or wine coolers, wine distributors and wholesalers, and holders of bonded warehouse permits who store wine or other alcoholic beverages must obtain this bond to ensure payment of excise tax liability to the state as a prerequisite for obtaining a Virginia ABC license or permit.
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.
StateVABond amountVaries by license type or projectObligeeState of VirginiaBond classLicense BondCategoryAlcohol & BeverageBondVirginia Beer/Wine Permit BondJurisdictionStatePlain descriptionThis bond is required for businesses that sell beer and wine in Virginia. If you own a restaurant, bar, grocery store, or any establishment that wants to sell alcoholic beverages, you need this bond before getting your …Who needs this bondManufacturers, bottlers, and wholesalers of beer or wine coolers, wine distributors and wholesalers, and holders of bonded warehouse permits who store wine or other alcoholic beverages must obtain this bond to ensure pa…
