Alabama Business License
General Business License Requirements for Alabama.
Business licenses are often required of business entities, regardless of their products and services. This page provides an overview of business license requirements in Alabama.
Alabama General Business Licenses
Alabama Business Privilege License
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | In person or mail. |
| Agency Fee: | Varies by county. |
| Notes: | The application process for state business privilege licenses is handled at the county level and therefore varies from county to county. |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | In person or mail. |
| Agency Fee: | Varies by county. |
| Due: | Licenses expire on September 30 of each year and must be renewed annually by October 31. |
| Notes: | The renewal process for state business privilege licenses is handled at the county level and therefore varies from county to county. |
Local General Business Licenses
Alexander City Non-Storefront Business License
| Agency: | Alexander City License and Tax Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $12 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Use the License Schedules document to find the appropriate code for your business and then fill out the relevant Renewal Schedule to renew. |
| Filing Method: | Mail or email to scotty.price@alexandercityal.gov |
| Agency Fee: | $12 issuance fee + license fee based on business type or gross receipts. |
| Due: | Annually by February 15. |
Alexander City Storefront Business License
| Agency: | Alexander City License and Tax Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $12 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Use the License Schedules document to find the appropriate code for your business and then fill out the relevant Renewal Schedule to renew. |
| Filing Method: | Mail or email to scotty.price@alexandercityal.gov |
| Agency Fee: | $12 issuance fee + license fee based on business type or gross receipts. |
| Due: | Annually by February 15. |
Andalusia Business License
| Agency: | City of Andalusia Business License Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Varies by business type. See City of Andalusia Business License Fee Schedule for details. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Varies by business type. See City of Andalusia Business License Fee Schedule for details. |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
Ariton Business License
| Agency: | Town of Ariton City Hall |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and gross receipts. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and gross receipts. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
Attalla Business License
| Agency: | City of Attalla Building & Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on gross receipts. See the Attalla Business License Fee Schedule for details. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on gross receipts. See the Attalla Business License Fee Schedule for details. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
Birmingham Business License
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Depends on business type; once application is submitted, an invoice will be sent with the fee amount. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | A renewal form will be mailed in mid December to the address on file. |
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| Agency Fee: | A renewal form will be mailed in mid December with instructions on how to calculate fee. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
| Notarize: | Required |
City of Abbeville Business License
| Agency: | City of Abbeville Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or fax |
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| Notes: | Upon receipt of this completed form, the municipality will provide any additional forms and information regarding other specific requirements in order to complete the licensing process |
Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Renewal applications not submitted by February 15 will be considered delinquent except for insurance companies, which will be delinquent after March 1 |
City of Alabaster Business License
| Agency: | City of Alabaster Dept C1 (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Email revenue@cityofalabaster.com |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type. |
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Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Email revenue@cityofalabaster.com |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type. |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
City of Albertville Business License
| Agency: | City of Albertville City Clerk's Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or e-mail |
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| Notes: | Any business outside the municipality but within the police jurisdiction will only be required to pay 1/2 the amount of the license fee imposed |
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Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or e-mail |
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| Due: | Annually by January 31 |
| Notes: | Any business outside the municipality but within the police jurisdiction will only be required to pay 1/2 the amount of the license fee imposed |
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City of Aliceville Business License
| Agency: | City of Aliceville Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Anniston Business License
| Agency: | City of Anniston Finance Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary by gross receipts and services offered. See the fee schedule at the bottom of the application for details. |
Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
City of Arab Business License
| Agency: | City of Arab City Clerk's Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | Renewal forms are mailed out no later than December 31. |
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| Agency Fee: | License fees are charged based on the type of business being licensed. While some fees are charged on a flat rate, most fees are figured on a sliding scale based on the previous year’s revenue for the subject business |
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| Penalties: | Fee payment includes 15% delinquent penalty. Penalty percentages increase for each month a license is delinquent. |
City of Ashford Business License
| Agency: | City of Ashford City Clerk's Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Email cityclerk@cityofashford.com |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Email cityclerk@cityofashford.com |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determind by business type |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
City of Ashville Business License
| Agency: | City of Ashville Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Athens Business License
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by gross reciepts |
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Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by gross reciepts |
| Due: | Annually by June 30. |
City of Atmore Business License
| Agency: | City of Atmore (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type |
| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
City of Auburn Business License
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the license being sought. A fee schedule is provided on page 2 of the application. |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the license being renewed |
| Due: | Licenses expire December 31. The renewal period begins January 1 and ends February 15. |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Bay Minette Business License
| Agency: | City of Bay Minette Finance Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | To obtain an application either call (251) 5801-1697 or fill out an online request |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | Fee depends on the nature of the business |
| Notes: | Contractors should attach a copy of their current State of Alabama License for the applicable trade and a Certificate of Insurance |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Fee depends on the nature of the business |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
| Notes: | Renewal notices and instructions are mailed out in December |
City of Bayou La Batre Business License
| Agency: | City of Bayou La Batre City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail, e-mail, or fax |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and gross receipts |
| Notes: | Upon receipt of this completed form, the municipality will provide any additional forms and information regarding other specific requirements in order to complete the licensing process |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail, e-mail, or fax |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and gross receipts |
| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Renewal applications not submitted by January 31 will be considered delinquent except for insurance companies, which will be delinquent after March 1 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed out at the beginning of December |
City of Bessemer Business License
| Agency: | City of Bessemer (AL) |
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| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $100 license fee + $12 issuance fee Every person who commences business on or after July 1, shall be subject to and shall pay one-half the annual license for such business for that calendar year. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $100 license fee + $12 issuance fee |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
City of Boaz Business License
| Agency: | City of Boaz Business License & Building Permits (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or fax |
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Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail or fax |
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| Due: | Annually by January 31 |
| Penalties: | Renewal applications not submitted by January 31 will be considered delinquent except for insurance companies, which will be delinquent after March 1 |
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City of Brent Business License
| Agency: | City of Brent City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Brewton Business License
| Agency: | City of Brewton City Clerk (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or fax |
| Agency Fee: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail or fax |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Due: | Licenses expire annually on December 31. Renewal applications can begin on January 2 and must be submitted by January 31. |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed out in the beginning of December |
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City of Brookwood Business License
| Agency: | City of Brookwood Business Licenses (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Applications can be requested to be sent via email by calling the City Clerk's office at (205) 556-1300 |
| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail |
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| Due: | Annually by January 31 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed prior to the expiration of the license |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Calera Business License
| Agency: | City of Calera - City Clerk's Office (AL) |
| Law: | |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Required Attachments: | State License or Certificate (Contractors, Subcontractors, Roofers, and Homebuilders Only) |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business. See the Business License Fee Schedule to determine the applicable rate. All licenses issued are required to pay a $14 issuance fee in addition to the applicable license fee. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | All licenses not renewed by January 31 will be penalized 15% for the first 30 days and an additional 15% if license remains delinquent for 60 or more days. |
| Required Attachments: | State License or Certificate (Contractors, Subcontractors, Roofers, and Homebuilders Only) |
City of Centre Business License
| Agency: | City of Centre Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by February 28 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Chelsea Business License
| Agency: | City of Chelsea Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail, e-mail, or fax |
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Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail, e-mail, or fax |
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| Due: | Annually by February 15 |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Chickasaw Business License
| Agency: | City of Chickasaw City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Childersburg Business License
| Agency: | City of Childersburg Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Business License applications can be requested by calling City Hall at (256) 378-5521 or by visiting in person. |
| Filing Method: | Mail or in-person |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | Renewal applications can be requested by calling City Hall at (256) 378-5521 or by visiting in person. |
| Filing Method: | Mail or in-person |
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| Due: | Annually by January 31 |
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City of Citronelle Business License
| Agency: | City of Citronelle City Clerk (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Clayton Business License
| Agency: | City of Clayton Finance Department - Business Services (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by gross receipts |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by gross reciepts |
| Due: | Annually by June 30. |
City of Columbiana Business License
| Agency: | City of Columbiana City Clerk (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Creola Business License
| Agency: | City of Creola City Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Cullman Business License
| Agency: | City of Cullman (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | If applying before June 30 for a given year, the fee is $112. If applying on July 1 or later for a given year, the fee is $62. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Minimum of $100. Depends on gross receipts and services offered. |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
City of Dadeville Business License
| Agency: | City of Dadeville (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $10 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $10 |
| Due: | Annually by February 15. |
City of Daphne Business License
| Agency: | City of Daphne Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Instructions: | To apply for a business license complete the Business Tax Identification Application. Once this form is processed, the City of Daphne will provide additional instructions to complete the licensing process. |
| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail |
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Registration Renewal
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| Instructions: | To renew a business license complete the Business Tax Identification Application. Once this form is processed, the City of Daphne will provide additional instructions to complete the renewal process. |
| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail |
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
City of Decatur Business License
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | To apply for a business license complete the online registration form. Once this form is processed, the City of Decatur will provide additional instructions to complete the registration or licensing process. |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and gross receipts |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices and instructions will be mailed prior to the expiration of the license |
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City of Demopolis Business License
| Agency: | City of Demopolis (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees are determined after review of your Business License Application. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Renewal will be mailed prior to due date. |
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| Agency Fee: | Fees are based on business type. |
| Due: | Due on or before January 1st. |
City of Dothan Business License
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of East Brewton Business License
| Agency: | City of East Brewton City Clerk (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Enterprise Business License
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Complete the appropriate business license application packet and submit it to the Revenue/Business License Dept. for review. Please locate the appropriate application packet in the Business License Related Forms page. |
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| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business license type. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fee determinedby business license type. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
City of Eufaula Business License
| Agency: | City of Eufala Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
City of Evergreen Business License
| Agency: | Evergreen City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or email to businesslicense@evergreenal.org |
| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and gross receipts. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Renewal will be mailed. |
| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and gross receipts. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
City of Fairfield Business License
| Agency: | City of Fairfield Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Applications can be requested by calling the Revenue Department at (205) 788-2492 or visiting Fairfield City Hall in person |
| Filing Method: | Mail, e-mail, or in-person |
| Agency Fee: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail, e-mail, or in-person |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Due: | Annually by January 31 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed out in December |
City of Fairhope Business License
| Agency: | City of Fairhope (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | Fees determined by gross receipts. |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | Fees detemined by gross receipts. |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
City of Fayette Business License
| Agency: | City of Fayette (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or fax. |
| Agency Fee: | Before July 1 : $100 annual fee + $10.00 issuance fee On or after July 1 : $50 (1/2 of annual fee) + $10.00 issuance fee
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Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail or fax. |
| Agency Fee: | $100 annual fee + $10 issuance fee. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
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City of Florence Business License
| Agency: | City of Florence City Clerk's Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Contact Chris Faust, Office of the City Clerk, License Inspector, at 256-760-6681 or cfaust@florenceal.org |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
City of Foley Business License
| Agency: | City of Foley Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail. |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by estimated gross reciepts for calender year (or remaining) + $12 issuance fee. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail. |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by gross reciepts from the previous year + $12 issuance fee |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
City of Fultondale Business License
| Agency: | City of Fultondale (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Determined by by business type. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Determind by previous year's gross reciepts. |
| Due: | Annually by Decmeber 31. |
City of Gadsden Business License
| Agency: | City of Gadsden Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by February 1 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Gardendale Business License
| Agency: | City of Gardendale - Administration/Licenses & Taxes (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and estimated gross receipts. There is a minimum license fee of $100. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts. There is a minimum license fee of $100. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
City of Geneva Business License
| Agency: | City of Geneva City Clerk (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | See fee schedule here |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | See fee schedule here |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
City of Glencoe Business License
| Agency: | City of Glencoe Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
| Requirement Notes: | Copy of state certification. |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $112 + fee determined by estimated gross revenue |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $112 + fee determined by gross revenue |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
City of Graysville Business License
| Agency: | City of Graysville City Clerk (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Business License applications can be requested by calling City Hall at (205) 674-5643 |
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 31 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed prior to the expiration of the license |
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City of Greenville Business License
| Agency: | City of Greenville (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Email |
| Agency Fee: | Fee is based on the business type. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Renewal is mailed yearly. |
| Filing Method: | Mail or In person |
| Agency Fee: | Fee is based on the business type. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
City of Gulf Shores Business License
| Agency: | City of Gulf Shores (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | Fees determined by estimated gross receipts. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | Fees determined by estimated gross receipts. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
City of Hamilton Business License
| Agency: | City of Hamilton City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Headland Business License
| Agency: | City of Headland (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $10 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | On or before December 31 of each year, a renewal reminder shall be mailed. |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Email |
| Agency Fee: | Fees are determined by business type. |
| Due: | Annually on or before the 31st day of January each year. |
City of Heflin Business License
| Agency: | City of Heflin City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Yes |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or email cityhall@cityofheflin.org. |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type + $10.00 issuance fee |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or email cityhall@cityofheflin.org |
| Agency Fee: | Fees based on business type + $10.00 issuance fee |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
City of Helena Business License
| Agency: | City of Helena Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
| Notes: | Upon receipt of this completed form, the municipality will provide any additional forms and information regarding other specific requirements in order to complete the licensing process |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed prior to the expiration of the license |
City of Hoover Business License
| Agency: | City of Hoover Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Determined by business type. See fee schedule here. |
City of Hueytown Business License
| Agency: | City of Hueytown City Clerks Office - Revenue Division (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | In-person, mail, fax, or email. |
| Agency Fee: | $12 issuance fee + fee determined by estimated gross receipts. Prorated fees available. |
| Law: |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | In-person, mail, fax, or email. |
| Agency Fee: | $12 issuance fee + fee determined by gross receipts and fee schedule. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
City of Irondale Business License
| Agency: | City of Irondale Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Online, mail, or in-person |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Notes: | Upon receipt of this completed form, the municipality will provide any additional forms and information regarding other specific requirements in order to complete the licensing process |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Instructions: | The renewal application received in the mail must be submitted online through the City of Irondale website |
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
| Notes: | Renewal applications with instructions will be mailed out on or before December 31. Failure to receive a renewal application in the mail does not excuse a business from renewing said license by the stated deadline. |
City of Jackson Business License
| Agency: | City of Jackson City Clerk (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
| Notes: | Renewal applications with instructions will be mailed prior to the expiration of the license |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Jacksonville Business License
| Agency: | City of Jacksonville Finance Department - Economic Devlopment (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or email. |
| Agency Fee: | If applying before June 30 for a given year, the fee is $112. If applying on July 1 or later for a given year, the fee is $62. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or email. |
| Agency Fee: | Minimum of $100. Depends on gross receipts and services offered. See the fee schedules on this page for details. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
City of Jasper Business License
| Agency: | City of Jasper (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by gross reciepts + $12 issuance fee |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by gross reciepts + $12 issuance fee |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
City of La Fayette Business License
| Agency: | City of La Fayette City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 31 |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Lake View Business License
| Agency: | City of Lake View Business & Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Lanett Business License
| Agency: | City of Lanett City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: |
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Leeds Business License
| Agency: | City of Leeds City Clerk (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 31 |
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City of Lincoln Business License
| Agency: | City of Lincoln Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Email kim.davidson@lincolnalabama.org to recieve application. |
| Filing Method: | Mail or email. |
| Agency Fee: | $12 issuance fee + fee determined by estimated gross reciepts or flat rate regulated by state law. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Email kim.davidson@lincolnalabama.org to request an application. |
| Filing Method: | Mail or email. |
| Agency Fee: | $12 issuance fee + estimated gross recipets or flat rate dermined by state. |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
| Penalties: | January 30th will be assessed a 15% penalty |
City of Lineville Business License
| Agency: | City of Lineville Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Business License applications can be requested by calling City Hall at (256) 396-2581 |
| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
| Notes: | Upon receipt of this completed form, the municipality will provide any additional forms and information regarding other specific requirements in order to complete the licensing process |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed prior to the expiration of the license |
City of Loxley Business License
| Agency: | City of Loxley (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | Fees determined by business type plus $14 issuance fee for the license. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Renewal notices and invoices will be mailed out around Mid-November |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | Fees determined by business type. |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
City of Madison Business License
| Agency: | City of Madison Department of Revenue (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fees determined by esitmated gross receipts plus $14.00 issue fee |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Renewals will be mailed on or before December 31st. |
| Agency Fee: | Fee based off of business type. |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
City of Margaret Business License
| Agency: | City of Margaret City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Email margaretwaterworks2@gmail.com to recieve form. |
| Filing Method: | Email margaretwaterworks2@gmail.com |
| Agency Fee: | Determined by business type. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Email margaretwaterworks2@gmail.com for form. |
| Filing Method: | Email margaretwaterworks2@gmail.com |
| Agency Fee: | Determined by business type. |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
City of Midfield Business License
| Agency: | City of Midfield City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Midland City Business License
| Agency: | City of Midland City Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Monroeville Business License
| Agency: | City of Monroeville Business License Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | Varies by business service and gross receipts. See the fee schedule information on this page for details. |
City of Mountain Brook Business License
| Agency: | City of Mountain Brook Finance Department (AL) |
| Law: | |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Bond Requirements: | Bonds are determined by business type. See the for the Surety Bond Form. |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Based on estimated gross reciepts + $12 issuance fee |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Determined by gross reicpets + $12 issuance fee |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
City of Muscle Shoals Business License
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 31 |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Northport Business License
| Agency: | City of Northport - Finance Department - Revenue Division (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Licenses expire annually on December 31. Renewal applications can begin January 1. |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by February 15 will be considered delinquent |
City of Oneonta Business License
| Agency: | City of Oneonta Revenue Officer (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Instructions: |
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| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | See fee schedule here |
City of Opelika Business License
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type. See fee calculator here |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type. See fee calculator here |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
City of Opp Business License
| Agency: | Opp City Clerk's Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | In-person, mail, fax, or email to janb@cityofopp.com |
| Agency Fee: | $10 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | In-person, mail, fax, or email to janb@cityofopp.com |
| Agency Fee: | Fees are determined by business type and gross receipts. |
| Due: | Licenses expire on December 31 and must be renewed by January 31 of each year. |
City of Orange Beach Business License
| Agency: | City of Orange Beach Finance Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or onine. |
| Agency Fee: | Fee is based upon approval of application and gross reciepts + business type fee + $10.00 issuance fee. Prorated fees are available. |
| Turnaround: | 7-10 business days. |
| Law: |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | Fees determined upon approval of application and business type + gross reciepts + $10 issuance fee |
| Turnaround: | 7-10 business days. |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
| Law: |
City of Oxford Business License
| Agency: | City of Oxford Financial & Business License Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by estimated gross reciepts |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee deetermined by gross receipts |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
City of Ozark Business License
| Agency: | City of Ozark Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type. |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type. |
| Due: | License renewals are due December 31st with the following exception: Insurance company license: Due February 28th |
City of Pelham Business License
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Determined by business type and gross reciepts. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Determined by gross revenue and business type. |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
City of Phenix City Business License
| Agency: | City of Phenix City Finance Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | See fee schedule here |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type |
| Due: | Annually by June 30. |
City of Prattville Business License
| Agency: | City of Prattville Finance Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail, Fax, Email or In Person |
| Agency Fee: | $10 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Renewal will be mailed out annually. |
| Filing Method: | Mail, Fax, Email or In Person |
| Agency Fee: | Fees determined by business activity. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
City of Roanoke Business License
| Agency: | City of Roanoke Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or fax |
| Agency Fee: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail or fax |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Due: | Annually by January 31 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed prior to the expiration of the license |
City of Robertsdale Business License
| Agency: | City of Robertsdale Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or e-mail |
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Saraland Business License
| Agency: | City of Saraland City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Instructions: | New businesses with a physical location in Saraland MUST contact the City of Saraland to initiate the business licensing process |
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| Due: | Licenses expire annually on December 31. Renewal applications can be submitted between January 1 and January 31. |
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City of Satsuma Business License
| Agency: | City of Satsuma City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Semmes Business License
| Agency: | City of Semmes Business Licenses (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
| Due: | Licenses expire annually on December 31. Renewal applications be submitted beginning January 1. |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Sheffield Business License
| Agency: | City of Sheffield City Clerk (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or e-mail |
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Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or e-mail |
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed out at the beginning of December |
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City of Spanish Fort Business License
| Agency: | City of Spanish Fort City Clerk (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by February 15 are considered delinquent |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed out in the beginning of December |
City of Springville Business License
| Agency: | City of Springville Administration Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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Reciprocal Registration
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
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City of Stevenson Business License
| Agency: | City of Stevenson City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Sylacauga Business License
| Agency: | City of Sylacauga Treasurer's Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Varies by business service and gross receipts. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Varies by business service and gross receipts. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
City of Talladega Business License
| Agency: | City of Talladega Finance Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and gross receipts. Payment must be remitted with the application. Contact the Finance Department at (256) 362-8186 to verify the total license fee due. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and gross receipts |
| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed prior to the expiration of the license |
City of Tallassee Business License
| Agency: | City of Tallassee - Building Department - Business License and Permits (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and gross receipts |
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Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and gross receipts |
| Due: | Annually by January 31 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed out in December |
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City of Tarrant Business License
| Agency: | City of Tarrant (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | Online |
| Agency Fee: | Determined by gross reciepts and businss classification + $12 issuance fee |
| Law: | (Ord. No. 979, § 22, 10-15-2007; Ord. No. 991, § 1, 10-6-2008) |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Determined by gross revenue and business classification + $12 issuance fee |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
City of Thomasville Business License
| Agency: | City of Thomasville Permits & Business Licensing (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail |
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| Notes: | Upon receipt of this completed form, the municipality will provide any additional forms and information regarding other specific requirements in order to complete the licensing process |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail |
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed out at the end of December |
City of Troy Business License
| Agency: | City of Troy Licensing Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Complete and Deliver, Mail or Fax to:
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| Agency Fee: | Fees are based on a Fee Schedule which can be found HERE. |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | In Person or Online |
| Due: | Renewal letters are mailed out each December. The payment deadline is January 1st with a grace period until January 31st of each year. |
City of Trussville Business License
| Agency: | City of Trussville Business License Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Online or mail |
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| Due: | Annually by January 31 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed out in December |
City of Tuscaloosa Business License
| Agency: | City of Tuscaloosa Accounting & Finance, Revenue Division (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail, Email, In Person |
| Agency Fee: | Contact office to get the calculation of the Business License Fees due. You will need an estimate of your gross receipts from the time you plan to start operations in Tuscaloosa until December 31st of the current year. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Renewal will be sent in the mail before December 31. |
| Filing Method: | Mail, Email, In Person |
| Agency Fee: | Contact office to get the calculation of the Business License Fees due. You will need an estimate of your gross receipts from the time you plan to start operations in Tuscaloosa until December 31st of the current year. |
| Due: | Annually by February 15. |
City of Tuskegee Business License
| Agency: | City of Tuskegee Finance Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
| Notes: | Upon receipt of this completed form, the municipality will provide any additional forms and information regarding other specific requirements in order to complete the licensing process |
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed out in the beginning of January |
City of Union Springs Business License
| Agency: | City of Union Springs City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Valley Business License
| Agency: | City of Valley City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
| Notes: | Upon receipt of this completed form, the municipality will provide any additional forms and information regarding other specific requirements in order to complete the licensing process |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
City of Vestavia Hills Business License
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail, fax or email crice@vhal.org. |
| Agency Fee: | Determined by fee schedule + $10 issuance fee. |
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Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail, faxed or email crice@vhal.org |
| Agency Fee: | Determined by fee schedule + $10 issuance fee |
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City of Vincent Business License
| Agency: | City of Vincent City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of Wetumpka Business License
| Agency: | City of Wetumpka (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or Fax |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type. |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail or Fax |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type. |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
City of Winfield Business License
| Agency: | City of Winfield Mayor's Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Varies by business service and gross receipts. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Varies by business service and gross receipts. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
City of Woodville Business License
| Agency: | City of Woodville City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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City of York Business License
| Agency: | City of York Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Clanton Business License
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | If applying before June 30 for a given year, the fee is $105. If applying on July 1 or later for a given year, the fee is $55. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Minimum of $100. Depends on gross receipts and services offered. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
Coffee County Business License
| Agency: | Coffee County Probate Judge (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | License fees vary depending upon the type of license that is required. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | License fees vary depending upon the type of license that is required. |
| Due: | Annually by Septmeber 30. |
Elba Business License
| Agency: | Elba City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and gross receipts. |
| Notes: | Contact the city for a license application. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and gross receipts. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
| Notes: | Renewal applications are mailed to license holders at the start of December. |
Escambia County Business Privilege License
| Agency: | Escambia County Office of the Judge of Probate (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and other factors. |
| Notes: | Contact the Probate Office for an application. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and other factors. |
| Due: | Licenses expire on September 30 of each year and must be renewed annually by October 31. |
| Notes: | Renewal applications are mailed to license holders prior to the expiration date. |
Etowah County Business Privilege License
| Agency: | Etowah County Probate Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Agency Fee: | Fees are determined by business type. |
| Notes: | Contact the Probate Office for an application. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Fees are determined by business type. |
| Due: | Licenses expire on September 30 of each year and must be renewed annually by October 31. |
| Notes: | Contact the Probate Office for an application. |
Fort Payne Business License
| Agency: | City of Fort Payne Business License Clerk (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | The minimum fee is $115 + $12 issuance fee. Licenses issued after July 1st pay 1/2 the annual rate. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Varies by business activity. The minimum fee is $115. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
| Notes: | Renewal forms are sent in the mail. |
Guntersville Business License
| Agency: | City of Guntersville City Clerk's Office - Business Licenses Section (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or email to brittney.shaneyfelt@guntersvilleal.org |
| Agency Fee: | If applying before June 30 for a given year, the fee is $105. If applying on July 1 or later for a given year, the fee is $55. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Minimum of $100. Depends on gross receipts and services offered. |
| Due: | Annually by January 31. |
| Notes: | Business license renewal notices are mailed to licensees with instruction on how to renew. |
Hartselle Business License
| Agency: | City of Hartselle Administration Department - Business License Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or e-mail |
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Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or e-mail |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Homewood Business License
| Agency: | City of Homewood City Clerk’s Office/Business License Division (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | If applying before June 30 for a given year, the fee is $112. If applying on July 1 or later for a given year, the fee is $62. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Minimum of $100. Depends on gross receipts and services offered. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
| Notes: | Business license renewal notices are mailed to licensees with instruction on how to renew. |
Houston County Business License
| Agency: | Houston County Probate Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business type |
| Due: | Licenses expire on September 30 of each year and must be renewed annually by October 31. |
Huntsville Business License
| Agency: | City of Huntsville Clerk-Treasurer Department - License Division (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Upon submission of business license and tax return applications, the city clerk-treasurer shall issue an appropriate license fee + $10 issuance fee. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Upon submission of business renewal license and tax return applications, the city clerk-treasurer shall issue an appropriate license renewal fee + $10 issuance fee. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
Jefferson County Business License
| Agency: | Jefferson County Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $0 |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary by business services and gross receipts. |
| Due: | Annually by October 31. Licenses may be renewed starting on October 1. |
| Notes: | After filing a County Affidavit, the county will notify you of the amount due. |
Supplemental Reporting
Affidavit Regarding Annual Business Gross Receipts
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| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: | The Affidavit Regarding Annual Business Gross Receipts must be filed every year before filing a renewal application for a business license. This process takes place in September or early October. |
| Notes: | File an affidavit as soon as possible to allow ample time to complete the renewal process. Once the affidavit is processed, the county will notify the licensee of the amount due for renewal. |
Lowndes County Business Privilege License
| Agency: | Lowndes County Probate Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | In-person |
| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and other factors. |
| Notes: | All first-time applicants for a new Business License must apply in person. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and other factors. |
| Due: | Licenses expire on September 30 of each year and must be renewed annually by October 31. |
| Notes: | Renewal applications are mailed to license holders prior to the expiration date. |
Macon County Business License
| Agency: | Macon County Compliance Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by October 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by October 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Madison County Business License
| Agency: | Madison County License Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Agency Fee: | License fees are determined by the exact nature and type of your business. Contact the Madison County License Department for more information. |
| Notes: | For a new business or a new location of an existing business, you must contact the Madison County License Department at 256-532-3323, 3314, or 3553. Be prepared to give a detailed description of the type of business you will be conducting. This will determine the types of licenses required. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | License fees are determined by the exact nature and type of your business. |
| Due: | Licenses expire on September 30 and must be renewed by October 31 of each year. Renewals can be filed starting on October 1. |
Millbrook Business License
| Agency: | City of Millbrook Finance Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or fax. |
| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
| Notes: | Renewal notices are mailed to licensees prior to the expiration date. |
Mobile Business License
| Agency: | City of Mobile Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $120 license fee + $10 issue fee + $8 zoning fee. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Renewal form will be mailed in mid December of each year. |
| Agency Fee: | A renewal form with instructions on how to calculate renewal fee will be mailed in mid-December. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
Mobile County Business License
| Agency: | Mobile County Sales Tax Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary by business activity and gross receipts. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary by business activity and gross receipts. |
| Due: | Licenses expire on September 30 of each year and must be renewed annually by October 31. |
Montgomery Business License
| Agency: | City of Montgomery License and Revenue Division (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fee based on your business type. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Renewal form will be mailed in mid December |
| Agency Fee: | The amount due will be based on gross receipts from the past year. You must phone the City of Montgomery Revenue Division and they will calculate the fee due. |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
Montgomery County Business License
| Agency: | Montgomery County License Division (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts. Payment must be submitted with the application. Call (334) 832-1248 to obtain license fee. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | There is no application to renew a business license in Montgomery County. To keep a license current, remit payment of the annual license fee due by the due date. |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
| Due: | Licenses expire annually on September 30 and must be renewed by November 1. |
Moulton Business License
| Agency: | City of Moulton Business License Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail. |
| Agency Fee: | The Business License Issuance fee is $14 and is in addition to fees outlined in the license fee schedule. |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail. |
| Agency Fee: | The Business License Issuance fee is $14 and is in addition to fees outlined in the license fee schedule. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
| Penalties: | A 15% penalty is imposed for licenses not renewed by January 31. If not renewed by March 1, a 30% penalty is imposed. |
Pell City Business License
| Agency: | Pell City Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Varies by business service and gross receipts. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | Varies by business service and gross receipts. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
| Notes: | Business license renewal notices are mailed to licensees with instructions on how to renew. |
Pennington Business License
| Agency: | Pennington City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and gross receipts. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and gross receipts. |
| Due: | Annually by January 1. |
Russell County Business License
| Agency: | Russell County Probate Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by October 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by October 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Scottsboro Privilege (Business) License
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on contract amount or the projected revenue of the business for the current year. |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on the previous years gross receipts and are outlined in the fee schedule. |
| Due: | Licenses expire on December 31 and must be renewed by January 31. Renewals can be filed starting on January 1. |
| Penalties: | Penalties are assessed to filings postmarked later than January 31 or if not obtained prior to February 1 at City Hall located at 316 South Broad Street. These penalties are 15% during the month of February and 30% after the end of February. |
Tallapoosa County Business License
| Agency: | Tallapoosa County Probate Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and gross receipts |
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Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and gross receipts |
| Due: | Licenses expire annually on September 30 and must be renewed by November 1 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed prior to the expiration of the license |
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Town of Camp Hill Government (AL)
| Agency: | Town of Camp Hill Town Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Castleberry Business License
| Agency: | Town of Castleberry City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Cleveland Business License
| Agency: | Town of Cleveland Town Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Coaling Business License
| Agency: | Town of Coaling Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Dauphin Island Business License
| Agency: | Town of Dauphin Island Building Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and gross receipts. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fees depend on business services and gross receipts. |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
Town of Elberta Business License
| Agency: | Town of Elberta Planning and Zoning (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Elmore Business License
| Agency: | Town of Elmore Town Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Flomaton Business License
| Agency: | Town of Flomaton Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Fyffe Business License
| Agency: | Town of Fyffe Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Geraldine Business License
| Agency: | Town of Geraldine Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Grove Hill Business License
| Agency: | Town of Grove Hill Town Clerk(AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Business License applications can be requested by calling City Hall at (251) 275-3153 or by visiting in person |
| Filing Method: | Mail or in-person |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
| Notes: | Upon receipt of the completed form, the municipality will provide any additional forms and information regarding other specific requirements in order to complete the licensing process |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Renewal applications can be requested by calling City Hall at (251) 275-3153 or by visiting in person |
| Filing Method: | Mail or in-person |
| Agency Fee: | Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts |
| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
Town of Gurley Business License
| Agency: | Town of Gurley Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Harpersville Business License
| Agency: | Town of Harpersville Town Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Jackson's Gap Business License
| Agency: | Town of Jackson's Gap Town Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Leesburg Business License
| Agency: | Town of Leesburg Town Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of McIntosh Business License
| Agency: | Town of McIntosh (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by gross reciepts and business class. See fee schedule here |
Town of Millry Business License
| Agency: | Town of Millry Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Morris Business License
| Agency: | Town of Morris City Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Ohatchee Business License
| Agency: | Town of Ohatchee Town Clerk (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Ragland Business License
| Agency: | Town of Ragland Town Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Rockford Business License
| Agency: | Town of Rockford Town Clerk (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Silverhill Business License
| Agency: | Town of Silverhill Town Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Summerdale Business License
| Agency: | Town of Summerdale Revenue Department (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail, fax or email planning@summerdaleal.com |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by fee schedule. |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail, fax, or email planning@summerdaleal.com |
| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by fee schedule. |
| Penalties: | Penalties and Interest All licenses not paid within thirty (30) days from the date they fall due shall be increased by fifteen (15%) percent for the first thirty (30) day they shall delinquent or fraction thereof, and shall be measured by an additional fifteen (15%) percent for a delinquency of sixty (60) or more days. |
Town of West Blocton Business License
| Agency: | Town of West Blocton Government (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Town of Wilsonville Business License
| Agency: | Town of Wilsonville Town Hall (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Annually by January 1 |
| Penalties: | Licenses not renewed by January 31 will be considered delinquent |
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Walker County Business License
| Agency: | Walker County Probate Office (AL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
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| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business class. See application. |
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Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Fee determined by business class. See application. |
| Due: | Licenses expire on September 30 of each year and must be renewed annually by October 31. |
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