Start here if you are applying for a business license in the City for the first time.
Start here to renew your current business license for another year.
Start here to pay a balance due on an established account. Please do not use this option to begin the license renewal process.
Start here if you do not plan to operate or conduct any business activity in the City.
Search for a business that is licensed with the City.
A business license is required in the City of Foster City when one of the following occur:
Always check with the Planning Department at (650) 286-3232 or planning@fostercity.org to ensure that your business is permissible in the location you are considering, this includes home occupations.
Appropriate permits and/or approvals from Planning, Building, Police and/or any other department of the City may have to be secured before your business may start. All applicable federal, state, county and city laws, ordinances or regulations must be followed before your business may start.
Complete the Business License Application and return to the HdL Business Support Center. Support hours are 8am – 5pm, Monday – Friday. A completed application can also be returned to us via email at fostercity@hdlgov.com or fax it to 909-348-0465.