Florida liquor license cost
DBPR's own annual license fees are modest (hundreds to low thousands). The six-figure number you see quoted is the secondary-market RESALE price of a county quota license, which scarcity — not the state — sets.
| License | Type | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4COP (quota) | Quota Full-Liquor License | $100k–$500k+ resale (county-dependent) | The scarce, tradeable asset. Miami-Dade / Broward / Palm Beach command the top of the range. |
| 4COP-SRX | Special Restaurant License | DBPR fees only (not quota-limited) | If you qualify as a restaurant, this avoids the six-figure quota market entirely. |
| 2COP | Beer & Wine On-Premise | DBPR fees only | Not quota-limited. |
| 1APS / 2APS | Package Sales (off-premise) | DBPR fees only | Not quota-limited. |
Figures are 2025–2026 market ranges and the agency's published fees; resale prices move. Confirm on the official registry.
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FAQ
Why are liquor licenses so expensive in Florida?
Because Florida caps the number of general licenses by population. Scarcity — not a state fee — sets the six-figure resale price.
What is the cheapest liquor license in Florida?
Not quota-limited.