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Due to the global technology issue, our issues are currently down. The Office of the Chief Technology Officer is supporting District agencies to bring all systems online as soon as possible.

General Sales/Services Business

Categories

  • Auto Rental
  • Auto Wash
  • Cigarette Retail*
  • Cigarette Wholesale*
  • Cooperative Association
  • General Business
  • Mattress Sales
  • New and Used Tire Dealer
  • Patent Medicine
  • Stun Gun Sales

* The Flavored Tobacco Product Prohibition Amendment Act of 2021 prohibits the sale of flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes, and restricts the sale of electronic smoking devices within a quarter mile of middle schools or high schools in the District.

 

Fee Schedule

General Sales/Services Business Fees
  • Auto Rental – $962.50
  • Auto Wash – $190.30
  • Cigarette Retail – $147.40
  • Cigarette Wholesale – $247.50
  • Cooperative Association – $145.20
  • General Business – $99.00
  • Mattress Sales – $154.00
  • New and Used Tire Dealer – $651.20
  • Patent Medicine – $254.10
  • Stun Gun Sales – $324.50

Apply ONLINE

“Skip the Trip” and Use the DC Business Portal to conduct business wherever and whenever you choose.

Apply for a Business License

 

IMPORTANT: The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection cooperates with other District of Columbia Government agencies to ensure applicants/licensees comply with all applicable D.C. Official Codes and Municipal Regulations. The agency reserves the right to request additional documentation and/or proof of inspection(s).