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Coffee and cart permits in Georgia

To sell coffee in Georgia, you work with your county health department for food and mobile vending permits, then add a business license and state tax registration. Pick your county below for the department that handles your area and the steps to open.

159 counties in Georgia. 27 have a detailed permit page below. For any other county, check your ZIP and we will point you to the right health department.

Statewide rules in Georgia

In Georgia, food service establishment permits are issued by county environmental health offices operating under the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH).

Food & vending permits
GA DPH, food service (permits issued by county environmental health offices)
Sales tax permit
Sales and use tax registration, Georgia Dept. of Revenue
Sales tax rate
4% state base rateTypical combined range: 4%-9%Counties, cities, and special or transit districts add local sales tax on top, so your combined rate depends on your exact address.Georgia DOR sales tax rates
Food safety cards
At least one certified food service manager per establishment under DPH food service rules.

Official links, last verified July 14, 2026. Requirements vary by city and change over time.
Confirm the current steps and fees before you apply.

Counties with a detailed permit guide in Georgia