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

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

State License
Required
Application Fee
$150
Bond Required
none
License Details
License Name Mobile Food Unit Permit
Issuing Authority SC Dept of Health & Environmental Control (DHEC)
Exam Required No
Bond Amount none
GL Insurance $500,000 GL recommended
Workers Comp Varies
Initial Fee $150
Renewal Fee $150
Renewal Period annual
CE Required no
CE Hours 0
Reciprocity States None listed
Experience Required 0
Note: South Carolina requires a state mobile food unit permit from DHEC. Annual inspection required. Commissary agreement required. Charleston has active food truck scene with specific city requirements.

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