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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.

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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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City of Cloverdale — Business licensing information

City of Cloverdale

Renew a business license — City of CloverdaleOfficial instructions

Apply, Renew, and make payments online for Business License Application. You can also obtain assistance from City staff by visiting City Hall anytime Tuesday and Thursday between 1 pm and 5 pm. City Hall is located at 124 North Cloverdale Boulevard in Cloverdale.

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Apply, Renew, and make payments online for Business License Application. You can also obtain assistance from City staff by visiting City Hall anytime Tuesday and Thursday between 1 pm and 5 pm. City Hall is located at 124 North Cloverdale Boulevard in Cloverdale.

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City of Healdsburg — Business licensing information

City of Healdsburg

Renew a business license — City of HealdsburgOfficial instructions

Renewal for Fiscal Year 2026-27 are now open! Renew your existing business license by logging into the Portal, going to My Account, and selecting Renew Now.

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Renewal for Fiscal Year 2026-27 are now open! Renew your existing business license by logging into the Portal, going to My Account, and selecting Renew Now.

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City of Rohnert Park — Business licensing information

City of Rohnert Park

Renew a business license — City of Rohnert ParkOfficial instructions

The City of Rohnert Park is pleased to offer online payments for business license tax renewals! Please visit Citizen Self-Service to set up an account and pay your annual business license tax fees using the account number on your annual business license bill. Need help finding your account number? Email the Business Tax Division or call 707-585-6725.

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The City of Rohnert Park is pleased to offer online payments for business license tax renewals! Please visit Citizen Self-Service to set up an account and pay your annual business license tax fees using the account number on your annual business license bill. Need help finding your account number? Email the Business Tax Division or call 707-585-6725.

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