A legible and accurate electronic image of each applicable required document must be attached to the license application:

1. (1) the certificate of filing, certificate of incorporation, or certificate of registration on file with the Secretary of State, if applicable;
2. (2) each assumed name certificate on file with the Secretary of State or county clerk;

3. (3) at least one of the following valid and current identity documents for each natural person listed in the application:

   1. (A) driver's license;
   2. (B) Texas Identification Card issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety under Transportation Code, Chapter 521, Subchapter E;
   3. (C) license to carry a handgun issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety under Government Code, Chapter 411, Subchapter H;
   4. (D) United States or foreign passport; or
   5. (E) United States military identification card;
4. (4) documents proving business premises ownership, or a fully executed lease or sublease agreement for the license period;
5. (5) business premises photos and a notarized affidavit certifying that all premises requirements in Subchapter C of the chapter are met and will be maintained during the license period;
6. (6) Texas Use and Sales Tax Permit;
7. (7) Franchise Tax Account Status issued by the Comptroller's Office; and
8. (8) any other documents required by the department to evaluate the application under current law and board rules.

Source Note:The provisions of this §221.16 adopted to be effective December 9, 2015, 40 TexReg 8802; amended to be effective July 2, 2017, 42 TexReg 3281; amended to be effective June 1, 2024, 49 TexReg 2760.