Get TN AB-0017 2010-2024

You will need to show a state-issued ID, a driver's license, or passport for the person applying at the ABC office. You will need to show a copy of your conditional use permit or a receipt that shows your application has been submitted, which can be obtained from a city or county planning department.

An LBD or On-Premise Consumption license allows an establishment to sell and dispense alcoholic beverages that contain an alcoholic content eight percent (8%) or greater by weight, for example, liquor, wine and high gravity beer. Wine-only licenses are available for eligible restaurants.

ABC Classes Available to the Public The State of Tennessee requires all servers and bartenders who serve alcohol must attend an approved responsible alcohol program to receive a State-issued Alcoholic Beverage Commission Server Permit. This permit is good for 5 years to be able to serve alcohol in Tennessee.

Universal carding takes the discretion out of the hands of the server and requires staff to card everyone. Restaurants, bars and other on-premise establishments do not have to card – but we strongly encourage folks to require universal carding.

“Wine, beer, liquor or alcoholic beverages may be served to a patron without a charge, but no such beverages shall be served to a patron who is intoxicated or believed to be intoxicated.”

How do I renew my ABC license in Tennessee? Instead, log into your RLPS account and select the Renew button next to the license record ID in My Records. Licensees will be able to access this Renew link beginning 45 days before the license expiration date.