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Illinois Food Truck / Mobile Food Vendor License Requirements [2026]

Requirements, fees, and steps to get your food truck / mobile food vendor license in Illinois. Last updated 2026. Source

State License
Required
Application Fee
$150-$400
Bond Required
none
License Details
License Name Mobile Food Establishment License
Issuing Authority Illinois Dept of Public Health / Local Health Dept
Exam Required No
Bond Amount none
GL Insurance $500,000 GL recommended
Workers Comp Varies
Initial Fee $150-$400
Renewal Fee $150-$400
Renewal Period annual
CE Required no
CE Hours 0
Reciprocity States None listed
Experience Required 0
Note: Illinois regulates mobile food at the local level. Chicago: $660 biennial license + $100 pushcart fee. Must operate from a licensed commissary. Illinois Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification required. Each municipality may require separate permits.

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