Catering Business Permit Requirements in Anchorage, AK

1. EIN (Employer Identification Number)

   Required if you have employees or operate as an LLC or corporation. Free from the IRS.

   Official government source

   Free·Immediate (online application)

   Free

   Immediate (online application)

1. Alaska — No State Sales Tax

   Alaska has no statewide sales tax. However, local municipalities (including Juneau and other cities) may levy local sales taxes. Check with your local municipality for applicable sales tax requirements.

   Official government source

   Free (no state sales tax registration required)·N/A

   Free (no state sales tax registration required)

   N/A

2. Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation — Food Safety Manager Certification

   Alaska requires at least one certified food safety manager per food establishment. Must pass an ANSI-accredited exam such as ServSafe.

   Official government source

   $80–$150·1–2 days

   $80–$150

   1–2 days

1. Municipality of Anchorage / Anchorage Catering / Food Service Establishment License

   Catering businesses operating out of Anchorage must obtain a Food Service Establishment License from the local health department. This requires a licensed commercial kitchen (commissary) and an on-site inspection.

   Official government source

   $200–$500/year·2–6 weeks

   $200–$500/year

   2–6 weeks

2. Municipality of Anchorage Development Services — Business License

   Anchorage requires a Business License from the State of Alaska and a local Anchorage business license for businesses operating within the municipality. This license must be renewed annually and displayed at your place of business.

   Official government source

   $50–$500/year depending on business type and gross revenues·1–3 weeks

   $50–$500/year depending on business type and gross revenues

   1–3 weeks

Official Sources

• Municipality of Anchorage Health Department
• Alaska — No State Sales Tax

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