# Florida business license

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

Florida has no general state business license. Cities and counties issue them, and some trades and professions also need a state license.

## Florida details

- Statewide license: No
- Who issues them: Cities and counties
- Fee: Varies by city and county
- Trade licenses: Some jobs also need a state license

[Official source](https://openmyfloridabusiness.gov/faq/). 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 Florida?

Usually from your city or county, not the state. What you need depends on where you work and what you do.

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.