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Renew a business license in California

Find local renewal instructions, account requirements and the relevant license period.

In California, 185 city governments and 16 county departments publish 203 official links for this service, 15 of them online. Reviewed requirements cover deadlines (18), documents (10), payment methods (6), eligibility (4) and processing time (2). 44 counties have a page for it below.

Before you start · 4 things to check

Start with where your business is located and where it will operate. A county license may apply only to unincorporated areas or specific activities; cities can have their own requirements.
Some county offices provide guidance or referrals and do not issue a general business license. Read the entry before choosing an application.
A business license or tax certificate, an FBN/DBA filing, business entity registration and a professional license serve different purposes. Zoning, health and other activity permits may also apply. Business stormwater registration is a separate local programme where required.
Check the license period, renewal date and rules for changes in ownership or location. A renewal may not cover a move or a new owner. Fees and application steps depend on the license category.

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County government · Alameda

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Business licensing

Renew an Alameda County business licenseOfficial online service

Use the county portal with the account number and PIN from your renewal notice.

Service area: County business-license renewal for the unincorporated area. Area details & sources

Source checked October 16, 2026

Alameda County official website · Alameda County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

Reviewed business licensing instructions

Business License Renewal To renew online, you must have received a Renewal Notice with your Account # and assigned PIN # (Personal Identification Number).

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City government · Alameda

Oakland — Finance — Revenue Management Bureau Business Tax

City of Oakland business licensing or tax certificates.

Renew a city Business Tax accountOfficial online service

Use the city-referred renewal action for the Business Tax account, not a utility, parking or lodging tax account.

Service area: City of Oakland business activity; city programme, not county-wide licensing. Area details & sources

Source checked October 16, 2026

Oakland — city-referred Revenue Management Bureau portal · Oakland — Business Tax portal activities (opens in a new tab)

Reviewed business licensing instructions

Business Tax Account

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Pay an outstanding city Business Tax balanceOfficial online service

The portal lists full-balance payments only; partial payments are not offered on this action.

Service area: City of Oakland business activity; city programme, not county-wide licensing. Area details & sources

Source checked October 16, 2026

Oakland — city-referred Revenue Management Bureau portal · Oakland — Business Tax portal activities (opens in a new tab)

Reviewed business licensing instructions

Pay Outstanding Business Tax Balance

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City government · Alameda

City of Alameda — Business licensing information

City of Alameda

Renew a business license — City of AlamedaOfficial instructions

The official source lists “Apply for a Business License & Renewal”. Follow the issuing provider's instructions for requirements and availability.

Service area: City of Alameda Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Alameda municipal government · Alameda — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

Exact named official link (entrance only; linked contents not reviewed)

Apply for a Business License & Renewal

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City government · Alameda

City of Albany — Business licensing information

City of Albany

Renew a business license — City of AlbanyOfficial instructions

Business License Applicants, Renewals, and Account Maintenance:

Service area: City of Albany Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Albany municipal government · Albany — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

Visible topic-specific information on the official page

Business License Applicants, Renewals, and Account Maintenance:

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City government · Alameda

City of Berkeley — Business licensing information

City of Berkeley

Renew a business license — City of BerkeleyOfficial instructions

The official source lists “Business License Renewals and Closures”. Follow the issuing provider's instructions for requirements and availability.

Service area: City of Berkeley Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Berkeley municipal government · Berkeley — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

Exact named official link (entrance only; linked contents not reviewed)

Business License Renewals and Closures

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City government · Alameda

City of Dublin — Business licensing information

City of Dublin

Renew a business license — City of DublinOfficial instructions

Effective Monday, August 18, 2025, the City has partnered with HdL Companies to manage all business license services, including applications, renewals, and modifications to existing licenses.

Service area: City of Dublin Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Dublin municipal government · Dublin — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

Visible topic-specific information on the official page

Effective Monday, August 18, 2025, the City has partnered with HdL Companies to manage all business license services, including applications, renewals, and modifications to existing licenses.

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City government · Alameda