Columbus, GA · Muscogee County
Alcoholic Beverage License Application
The application new and renewing businesses file with Columbus's Occupation Tax Section to obtain an alcoholic beverage license.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
This is the Columbus Consolidated Government's Alcoholic Beverage License Application, requiring the applicant, manager, owner, partners, and stockholders to meet requirements under Chapter 3 of the Columbus Code of Ordinances, along with distance and location compliance.
Who needs it
Bar, restaurant, or retail owners in Columbus applying for a new alcoholic beverage license or a location transfer.
Why it needs a notary
The application's sworn statement must be subscribed and sworn before a notary public as part of Georgia's alcohol licensing process.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Alcoholic Beverage License Application from Columbus Consolidated Government.
- 2
Fill It Out
Complete business, ownership, and location information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify your ID and sign the sworn statement before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the notarized application to the Columbus Occupation Tax Section.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Columbus. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get my Columbus alcohol license application notarized?
- Fill out the application, then book an online notary session to sign the sworn statement by video.
- Do I need a notary for this license?
- Yes, the application's sworn statement must be subscribed and sworn before a notary public.
- What are the requirements for applicants?
- Applicants, managers, owners, partners, and stockholders must meet the requirements in Chapter 3-6 of the Columbus Code of Ordinances.
- Do I need a sign and survey too?
- Yes, new applications and location transfers require a Sign and Survey Authorization submission as well.