Alabama Sales Tax Permit Cost (2026)
Registering for a sales-tax permit (seller's permit) in Alabama is free. Registration is free, but the license must be renewed every year (Nov 1–Dec 31) or it's cancelled. You'll need it before you can legally collect sales tax from customers.
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What it costs in Alabama
- Registration fee: Free
- Renewal: Annual (free, but mandatory)
- Resale certificate: free / self-issued
- Also needed: an EIN (free from the IRS) and usually a registered business
How it works
You register through the Alabama Department of Revenue, usually online, and receive your permit (often the same day). Registration is free, but the license must be renewed every year (Nov 1–Dec 31) or it's cancelled. A sales-tax permit is separate from forming the business itself — see our Alabama LLC and DBA cost pages for those fees.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a sales tax permit in Alabama?
It's free to register for a seller's permit in Alabama.
Do I need a sales tax permit in Alabama?
Yes, if you sell taxable goods or services in Alabama — you must register before collecting any sales tax from customers.
Does a Alabama sales tax permit expire?
Renewal: annual (free, but mandatory).