# Alabama business license

Source: https://joinopenfile.com/business-licenses/alabama
Index: https://joinopenfile.com/llms.txt

Alabama issues a Business Privilege License through the County Probate Judge or License Commissioner. Your city or county may want its own license on top.

## Alabama details

- Statewide license: Yes
- What it's called: Business Privilege License
- Issued by: County Probate Judge or License Commissioner
- State fee: Varies by business type and county
- Local licenses: Also check your city and county

[Official source](https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/business-license/business-privilege-tax/). Last checked November 2026. Fees are set by the state and confirmed again before we file.

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$99, for any company.

## Questions

Do I need a business license in Alabama?

Most businesses need the state's Business Privilege License, and many cities and counties want their own as well.

Is an LLC the same as a business license?

No. Forming an LLC creates the company. A license is permission to operate, and you often need both.

What about a sales tax permit?

If you sell taxable goods or services, the state's tax agency issues that separately.