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Person to Person Transfer

A person to person transfer is the transfer of an existing license to a new owner.

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
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-257NEW Nov-24 Licensed Premises Diagram/Planned Operation – Drawing of your floor plan, including overall dimensions and patios to be licensed, and description of proposed operation.
ABC-227 Feb-07 Notice of Intended Transfer (Section 124073 or 24074) – Required for transfers. Obtain the blank form from ABC or your escrow company. Must be recorded and certified. See form instructions.
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).
ABC-211-A Jul-19 License Transfer Request (“Sign-Off”) – Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. See form instructions.

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.).
  • Complete the Declaration Re Temporary Permit (Form ABC-282) if a temporary permit is requested.

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
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-257NEW Nov-24 Licensed Premises Diagram/Planned Operation – Drawing of your floor plan, including overall dimensions and patios to be licensed, and description of proposed operation.
ABC-227 Feb-07 Notice of Intended Transfer (Section 124073 or 24074) – Required for transfers. Obtain the blank form from ABC or your escrow company. Must be recorded and certified. See form instructions.
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-211-A Jul-19 License Transfer Request (“Sign-Off”) – Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. See form instructions.

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.).
  • Complete the Declaration Re Temporary Permit (Form ABC-282) if a temporary permit is requested.

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
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-257NEW Nov-24 Licensed Premises Diagram/Planned Operation – Drawing of your floor plan, including overall dimensions and patios to be licensed, and description of proposed operation.
ABC-227 Feb-07 Notice of Intended Transfer (Section 124073 or 24074) – Required for transfers. Obtain the blank form from ABC or your escrow company. Must be recorded and certified. See form instructions.
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-211-A Jul-19 License Transfer Request (“Sign-Off”) – Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. See form instructions.
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.).
  • Complete the Declaration Re Temporary Permit (Form ABC-282) if a temporary permit is requested.
  • 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
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-257NEW Nov-24 Licensed Premises Diagram/Planned Operation – Drawing of your floor plan, including overall dimensions and patios to be licensed, and description of proposed operation.
ABC-227 Feb-07 Notice of Intended Transfer (Section 124073 or 24074) – Required for transfers. Obtain the blank form from ABC or your escrow company. Must be recorded and certified. See form instructions.
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-211-A Jul-19 License Transfer Request (“Sign-Off”) – Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. See form instructions.
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.).
  • Complete the Declaration Re Temporary Permit (Form ABC-282) if a temporary permit is requested.
  • Copy of Form LLC-1, Articles of 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
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-257NEW Nov-24 Licensed Premises Diagram/Planned Operation – Drawing of your floor plan, including overall dimensions and patios to be licensed, and description of proposed operation.
ABC-227 Feb-07 Notice of Intended Transfer (Section 124073 or 24074) – Required for transfers. Obtain the blank form from ABC or your escrow company. Must be recorded and certified. See form instructions.
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.).
  • Complete the Declaration Re Temporary Permit (Form ABC-282) if a temporary permit is requested.
  • 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 (endorsement 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
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-257NEW Nov-24 Licensed Premises Diagram/Planned Operation – Drawing of your floor plan, including overall dimensions and patios to be licensed, and description of proposed operation.
ABC-227 Feb-07 Notice of Intended Transfer (Section 124073 or 24074) – Required for transfers. Obtain the blank form from ABC or your escrow company. Must be recorded and certified. See form instructions.
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-211-A Jul-19 License Transfer Request (“Sign-Off”) – Signatures must be notarized or witnessed by an ABC employee. See form instructions.

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.).
  • Complete the Declaration Re Temporary Permit (Form ABC-282) if a temporary permit is requested.
  • Trust Agreement.

Contact

For additional information,
contact your local ABC District Office.

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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

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