How to Get a Bartending License in North Dakota

To obtain a bartending license in North Dakota, you must apply for a State Retail Alcoholic Beverage License through the North Dakota Office of Attorney General Licensing Section. The process involves submitting several forms, providing personal and business information, and paying the necessary fees. The license must be renewed annually before December 31st to avoid additional reinstatement fees. The process may vary slightly depending on the city, with specific instructions provided for Bismarck and Fargo.

1. Submit Application for a State Retail Alcoholic Beverage License (SFN 11066)

• Purpose: This form is required to apply for a retail alcoholic beverage license in North Dakota.
• Estimated Cost: The license fee varies depending on the location of the establishment and the type of alcoholic beverages approved by the local license. For premises located in a city with a population over 500, the fee for beer is $100.00, and for liquor/wine, it's also $100.00. For premises in a county or city with a population under 500, or for tribal licensees, the fee for beer is $50.00, and for liquor/wine, it's also $50.00.
• Instructions: The application form can be obtained from the North Dakota Office of Attorney General Licensing Section. The applicant must provide accurate information about their identity, business, and ownership details. If the applicant is a corporation, limited liability company, partnership, or other entity, a flow chart of all entities and their connections must be attached. The application must be made under oath before a Notary Public. Payments should be made payable to the Attorney General and mailed to the Office of Attorney General Licensing Section, 600 E Boulevard Avenue, Dept 125, Bismarck, ND 58505-0040. For any questions, you can call the Licensing Section at (701) 328-2329.

2. Submit Personal Information Form (SFN 10866)

• Purpose: This form is required to provide personal information for the background investigation before the issuance of the license.
• Instructions: The form can be obtained from the North Dakota Office of Attorney General Licensing Section. The form requires your personal information, including your name, social security number, present home address, and a list of all places of residence and employment for the past ten years. You must also disclose if you have operated, had a financial interest in, or been employed with an alcoholic beverage establishment. If you have used any other name than the one listed on the form, you must provide those names. You must also provide your country of citizenship, date of birth, and place of birth. For any questions, you can contact the Licensing Section at (701) 328-2329.

FAQs

• What is the cost of a retail alcoholic beverage license in North Dakota? The cost varies depending on the location of the establishment and the type of alcoholic beverages approved by the local license. For premises located in a city with a population over 500, the fee for beer is $100.00, and for liquor/wine, it's also $100.00. For premises in a county or city with a population under 500, or for tribal licensees, the fee for beer is $50.00, and for liquor/wine, it's also $50.00.
• What is the deadline for renewing the retail alcoholic beverage license in North Dakota? The license must be renewed on or before December 31st each year. Late renewals will be required to pay an additional license reinstatement fee.
• What personal information is required for the application? The Personal Information Form (SFN 10866) requires your name, social security number, present home address, and a list of all places of residence and employment for the past ten years. You must also disclose if you have operated, had a financial interest in, or been employed with an alcoholic beverage establishment. If you have used any other name than the one listed on the form, you must provide those names. You must also provide your country of citizenship, date of birth, and place of birth. If you have been charged with or convicted of a crime (felony or misdemeanor), or have been released from parole or probation for a felony within the last five years, you must list all criminal charges, convictions, and the disposition.

Useful Information Source Links

• Application for a State Retail Alcoholic Beverage License (SFN 11066)
• Personal Information Form (SFN 10866)

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