Liquor Licensing

Obtain a Liquor License in Miami Dade County

Miami-Dade District in Florida is serving Dade County and Monroe Counties and it is a highly touristic district, as Dade County is a very appealing destination.

Our company's experts will help you obtain a liquor license in Miami Dade and guide you every step of the way. We have deep knowledge of the laws of Miami Dade County and can provide you with professional consulting services. Whether you own a restaurant, a bar, a supermarket or anything else that requires a liquor license, at Liquor License Florida you will find an experienced team of consultants dedicated to helping people complete all the necessary formalities and obtain their license.

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Liquor License Florida will help both people who want to buy a liquor license in Miami Dade, as well as those who want to sell it. We understand the Miami Dade County zoning requirements and know what needs to be done in each case to save valuable time and money. In addition, we can help you fill in your application and other important documents such as:

  • The Beverage Transfer Application
  • The Asset Purchase Agreement
  • Research the necessary lien and UCC-1

Miami Dade County Liquor License Types & Fees

These are the types of liquor licenses available in Miami Dade along with their fees:

Series Provisions Annual Fee
1APS Beer (Package Sales Only) $140.00
2APS Beer and Wine (Package Sales Only) $196.00
1COP Beer (Package and Consumption) $280.00
2COP Beer and Wine (Package and Consumption) $392.00
3PS Beer, Wine and Spirits (Package Sales Only) $1,365.00
4COP Beer, Wine and Spirits (Package and Consumption) $1,820.00
11C Beer, Wine and Spirits (Consumption Only) $400.00

The Benefits of Working with Us

The state legislature determines the exact number of liquor licenses in Florida, issued based on the population of each county. The number can't be increased unless there is also an increase in population verified by the United States Census Bureau.

If you need a Florida liquor license, you can buy an existing one from a company that is willing to sell it and we can help you find it.

The licensing process can take several months if you go about it alone and can result in significant revenue loss, but if you hire our services we will make sure your application process is dealt with in a timely manner, at a fraction of the cost.

Liquor License Florida works with experienced and highly trained closing agents, who do extensive research beforehand, making sure the license you buy is claim free. The entire process will run smoothly with no unforeseen situations that can cause unnecessary delays.

Our company utilizes a proprietary database of available liquor licenses in the state of Florida, which will significantly reduce the process of identifying and verifying a license. We can transfer any license across Florida and also provide you with additional services, to get your business up and running as soon as possible.

Transfer & Temporary License Fees

The following fees apply when transferring or obtaining a new license in Miami Dade:

License Type Fee
All Transfers $100.00
New 1APS $100.00
New 2APS $100.00
New 1COP $100.00
New 2COP $100.00
New 3PS $341.25
New 4COP $455.00
New 11C $100.00

Special License Requirements

Special Restaurant License (SFS)

  • At least 2,000 square feet of service area
  • Equipped to serve meals to 120 people at one time, with at least 120 seats
  • At least 51% of gross food and beverage revenue from food and non-alcoholic beverages
  • The statewide general law, s. 561.20(2)(a)4, Florida Statutes

Hotel or Motel License

  • At least 100 guest rooms
  • Issued only to the owner or lessee of the hotel or motel
  • City of Miami Springs: 50 guest rooms (special act 47-24718)

Condominium License

  • At least 50 units rentable to transient guests

Source: Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco, General Laws of Local Application and Special Acts. Compare every county.

Miami Dade County Government Contacts

The following government offices handle licensing, zoning, and inspections in Miami Dade:

Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco

Dawson Building, 8240 N.W. 52nd Terrace, Suite 303, Doral, FL 33166

(305) 470-6787

Fax: (305) 470-5074

Department of Revenue

International Commerce Center, 8175 NW 12th Street, Suite 119, Miami, FL

(305) 470-5001/09

Zoning Department

Center for Permitting & Inspection, 11805 SW 26th Street, Miami, FL 33175-2474

(786) 315-2000/2660/2666

Hotel & Restaurants

Dawson Building, 8240 N.W. 52nd Terrace, Suite 101, Miami, FL

(850) 487-1395

Dade County Health Department

1725 NW 167th Street, Suite 101, Miami, FL

(305) 623-3500

Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services

Miami Regional Office, 7739 NW 48 Street, Suite 120, Doral, FL 33166

(305) 639-3560

Fax: (305) 639-3561

Miami Dade County Liquor License Information

Miami Dade County Liquor License Information

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Miami Dade County License Types

  • 1APS – Beer (Package Sales Only)
  • 2APS – Beer and Wine (Package Sales Only)
  • 1COP – Beer (Package and Consumption)
  • 2COP – Beer and Wine (Package and Consumption)
  • 3PS – Beer, Wine and Spirits (Package Sales Only)
  • 4COP – Beer, Wine and Spirits (Package and Consumption)
  • 11C – Beer, Wine and Spirits (Consumption Only)

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