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North Carolina Food Truck / Mobile Food Vendor License Requirements [2026]

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

State License
Required
Application Fee
$100-$200
Bond Required
none
License Details
License Name Mobile Food Unit Permit
Issuing Authority NC Dept of Health & Human Services / Local Health Dept
Exam Required No
Bond Amount none
GL Insurance $500,000 GL recommended
Workers Comp Varies
Initial Fee $100-$200
Renewal Fee $100-$200
Renewal Period annual
CE Required no
CE Hours 0
Reciprocity States None listed
Experience Required 0
Note: North Carolina regulates mobile food through county health departments. Must obtain a permit in each county you operate. Commissary required. Charlotte-Mecklenburg and Wake County have active food truck markets with specific requirements.

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