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1. Who is required to have a business license?

A current business license is required for any person carrying on a business, vocation, occupation, or profession in Atmore and its police jurisdiction.

2. How do I get my business license?

To apply for a Business license to operate in the city of Atmore, please fill out the application linked here. Once completed, please email your application or mail to:

City of Atmore
P.O. Drawer 1297
Atmore, AL 36504

For questions and any further information, please call us at 251-368-2253

3. What are the steps to getting a business license?

First, complete an application. If the business is located inside city limits or the police jurisdiction, the location must meet code compliance. Once the code compliance is completed, a business license will be issued based on the type of business.The City of Atmore will determine what type of license by asking the applicant questions concerning the business. In some cases, more than one type of license may be required.

4. When does the business license expire?

All business licenses expire on December 31st and are renewable from January 1st until January 31st without a penalty. The one exception to this is that insurance company licenses are also due on January 1st but only delinquent after March 1st.

5. How do I file my local business taxes?

Local taxes are administered through Avenu. If you have questions, call 1-800-556-7274.

6. Who do I talk to about opening a business in Atmore?

Email Jeremy Ray or call 251-368-2253.