Body artists

Information on the City's rules for running a tattoo shop or other body art establishment.

Bouncers and training providers

Learn about getting certification to be a bouncer or bouncer training provider.

Child care facilities

Learn about the inspections and approvals you'll need to run a child care facility.

Factories

Learn about the permits you'll need to operate a factory.

Food businesses

Information on the City's permits and approvals for food businesses, including restaurants, food trucks, and others.

Tobacco retailers

Learn about the City's rules for selling tobacco products, including cigarettes, snuff, electronic smoking devices, and more.

Vending and street sales

How to get licenses and approvals to sell goods on the street in Philadelphia.

Real estate

How to get licenses related to real estate in Philadelphia.

Dumpsters

How to get licenses for dumpsters in Philadelphia.

Entertainment business

How to get licenses for entertainment business in Philadelphia.

Automotive business

How to get licenses for automotive business in Philadelphia.

Other businesses

How to get licenses for other businesses in Philadelphia, including pawn shops, precious metal dealers, and more.

Get a Commercial Activity License

How to get a license to do business in Philadelphia.

Get an Activity License Number

How to get a license number for non-commercial activity in the City.