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Arizona Retail Business License Requirements [2026]

Requirements, fees, and steps to get your retail business license in Arizona. Last updated 2026-07-21. Source

State License
Registration_Only
Application Fee
$12 per location + city fees ($1–$50 each)
Bond Required
Not required
License Details
License Name Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) License
Issuing Authority Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR)
Exam Required No
Bond Amount Not required
GL Insurance Varies
Workers Comp Required if you have W-2 employees
Initial Fee $12 per location + city fees ($1–$50 each)
Renewal Fee Varies
Renewal Period annual
CE Required no
Reciprocity States None listed
Note: Arizona calls its sales tax 'Transaction Privilege Tax' (TPT). Many cities require a separate city-level TPT license in addition to the state license.

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