ABC 239 Form – Additional License/Permit Application

ABC 239 Form PDF Details

The ABC 239 form is the official Additional License/Permit Application issued by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC). Existing ABC licensees file this form when they want to add a new permit type to their current license or to change an existing authorization.

Who Needs the ABC 239 Form

Any business that holds a valid California ABC license may need to file the ABC 239 form. This includes restaurants, bars, nightclubs, hotels, retail liquor stores, importers, and wineries. You must have an active license in good standing before you can apply for additional permits.

New applicants who are starting the licensing process from scratch use a different application. The ABC 239 form is only for current licensees who are expanding or changing their existing authorization.

Types of Permits and Licenses Covered

The ABC 239 covers a wide range of permit types, including:

• Caterer's Permits for off-site alcohol service
• Retail Dining Area Designations for restaurant floor plans
• Entertainment Authorizations for live music and events
• Importer Licenses for beer, wine, brandy, and distilled spirits
• Winegrower Sales Authorizations
• Bed and Breakfast Inn Certificates

The available permit types depend on your current license class. Contact your local ABC district office to confirm which permits you are eligible for before submitting the form.

Key Sections of the ABC 239 Form

The form asks for the following information:

• Licensee name, business address, and contact details
• Current license number and license type
• The specific permit or license being requested
• Business location details for the new permit
• Investigator recommendation and ABC staff signature fields

The ABC USE ONLY and RECOMMENDATION fields are reserved for agency staff. The applicant should leave those blank. Some permit types require notarization or witnessing by ABC staff before the form is accepted.

How to Submit the ABC 239 Form

Mail or deliver the completed form to your local California ABC district office. Include all required supporting documents and the applicable filing fee. Fees vary by permit type and are listed in the current ABC fee schedule.

Some applications also require a personal qualification statement. The ABC 231 form serves this purpose and is often filed together with the ABC 239 when a business has multiple principals listed on the license.

If you are planning a special event, you may also need the ABC Banquet License application. For an overview of California license types and categories, refer to the ABC license chart.