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

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

State License
Required
Application Fee
$258-$515
Bond Required
none
License Details
License Name Mobile Food Vendor Permit
Issuing Authority Texas Dept of State Health Services / Local Health
Exam Required No
Bond Amount none
GL Insurance $500,000 GL recommended
Workers Comp Varies
Initial Fee $258-$515
Renewal Fee $258-$515
Renewal Period annual
CE Required no
CE Hours 0
Reciprocity States None listed
Experience Required 0
Note: Texas regulates mobile food vendors at the city/county level. Austin: $258+ annual permit. Dallas: $219+. Houston: $258+. San Antonio: separate permit. Commissary required statewide. Certified Food Manager required. Texas has one of the largest food truck markets in the US.

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