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Delaware Retail Business License Requirements [2026]

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

State License
Not Required Statewide
Application Fee
$0
Bond Required
Not required
License Details
License Name No Sales Tax
Issuing Authority Delaware Division of Revenue
Exam Required No
Bond Amount Not required
GL Insurance Varies
Workers Comp Required if you have W-2 employees
Initial Fee $0
CE Required no
Reciprocity States None listed
Note: Delaware has no state sales tax. However, you still need a Delaware Business License ($75/year) to operate any retail business in Delaware.

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