License & Permits

Business Resources

If you make deliveries, perform services, have salespeople calling on local merchants, or have a store or office located in the City of Foley or its police jurisdiction, you need a City of Foley business license. Requirements and fees vary depending upon the type of business. The City of Foley's website provides links to a (1) Business License Pre-Approval form, (2) Business License Application and Fee Schedule, (3) Home-based Business Application, and (4) information for businesses that will be serving liquor, beer and/or wine; visit the following link:

• City of Foley Business Licenses Information >

• Towns in Foley's surrounding area:
  • Town of Elberta
  • Town of Magnolia Springs
  • Town of Perdido Beach
  • Town of Summerdale

Businesses located within Baldwin County can download a printable Business License Application/Amendment. Certain businesses dealing with food and beverages must obtain a Health Department Inspection Certificate:

• Baldwin County Probate Office / Business License Information >

Most small businesses need a combination of licenses and permits from both federal and state agencies:

• Information about applying for licenses and permits >
• What new business owners need to know about federal taxes>

CLICK HERE for links that have been curated specifically for businesses looking for information on filing taxes, obtaining licenses, registering a business, and other services provided by the Department of Revenue.