Business License Requirements – Alabama

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October is almost here, marking the start of the Alabama State and County Business Privilege license season.

What is a Business Privilege License?

Business Privilege Licenses are exactly what they sound like: licenses for the privilege of doing business in a particular locality. In Alabama, they are required for every person, firm, company, or corporation engaged in business in the state of Alabama. 

State and county licenses are issued by the county Probate Judge or License Commissioner in the county where the business is located. This license covers the period of October 1 through September 30, and must be renewed annually by October 31st to avoid penalties. Fees to obtain a business license vary dependent upon the type of license required, and, in some cases, upon the population of the area where the business is located or upon the volume of business.

Key dates

October 1-Sept 30: Period covered by License

October 31: Renewal Deadline

What should I do right now?

These renewals are due at the end of October, so keep an eye on your incoming mail for the renewal notice. Some counties may even have a portal for online license renewal.

BMSS can help

Do you have questions about your state or county Business Privilege License, or want help filing? Give us a call! We file Business Privilege License Renewals in a variety of counties and with the state, and we’d love to work with you. Contact your BMSS professional today by calling (833) CPA-BMSS or visit our website for more information.

About BMSS

BMSS Advisors & CPAs was established in 1991 with the vision of creating a CPA firm that would provide peace of mind for its clients while sustaining a healthy, happy culture for its employees. As this dream has been realized, BMSS has grown to become one of the Southeast’s top advisory and accounting firms, now with eight offices throughout Alabama and Mississippi.

The CPA firm specializes in several industries, including (but not limited to) manufacturing, wholesale distribution, construction, technology, nonprofit, and government contracting. In addition to tax planning, compliance and assurance services, the firm boasts a robust business advisory practice area which includes transaction advisory, valuation, client accounting solutions, and CFO advisory services. BMSS also specializes in state and local tax, estate planning and employee benefit plan audits.

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