Sales and Use Tax Questions Screen

 

What if I’m not sure what category best describes my type of business?

Call 410-260-7980 in the Baltimore area or 1-800-638-2937 toll free from elsewhere in Maryland.

 

Other licenses you may need

In addition to a sales and use tax license, you may also need to obtain one or more of the licenses listed below from your local Clerk of the Court to operate your business in the state of Maryland:

  • Traders
  • Restaurant
  • Cigarette
  • Special cigarette
  • Construction firm
  • Plumber & gas fitter
  • Laundry
  • Chain store
  • Commercial garage
  • Storage warehouse
  • Exhibitor's Affidavit
  • Junk dealer
  • Auctioneer
  • Hawkers & peddlers
  • Billiard table
  • Pinball
  • Music box
  • Vending machine
  • Console machine
  • Wholesale dealer - farm machinery

These licenses are issued by the Clerk of the Circuit Court in the County (or Baltimore City) where the business is located. If your business falls into one or more of the above categories, please contact the Clerk of the Court in your county courthouse. Check the blue government pages of your local telephone directory for the street address and phone number. The clerk can also advise you on any local licensing requirements.

 

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Questions on the registration process?

Call Central Registration at 410-260-7980 in the Baltimore Metro Area

Toll free from elsewhere in Maryland: 1-800-638-2937

For the hearing impaired: Maryland Relay Service 1-800-735-2258