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>

Better Business Bureau® – Alabama Small Business Resources and License Resource Guide

IRS Tax Information For Businesses

Alabama Department of Revenue 'quick links' for Businesses - 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.

Business Essentials for State of Alabama Taxpayers (B.E.S.T.)

The Alabama Secretary of State's Office offers an online business services portal. Businesses can file their formation and dissolution forms with ease without the assistance of a third-party vendor. For more information visit:  www.sos.alabama.gov.