Home Bakery Permit Requirements in Bismarck, ND

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. North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner — Sales Tax Permit

   Required for all businesses selling taxable goods or services in North Dakota. North Dakota charges a 5% state sales tax; local jurisdictions may add up to 3.5%. Register with the ND Office of State Tax Commissioner.

   Official government source

   Free·Immediate (online via Taxpayer Access Point)

   Free

   Immediate (online via Taxpayer Access Point)

2. North Dakota Department of Health — Food Safety Manager Certification

   While cottage food producers may be exempt from food manager certification, it is strongly recommended for food safety best practices.

   Official government source

   $80–$150·1–2 days

   $80–$150

   1–2 days

1. North Dakota Cottage Food Law

   North Dakota allows home food production under its Cottage Food exemption. Non-potentially hazardous foods can be sold directly to consumers without a food establishment license. Products must be labeled appropriately.

   Official government source

   Free to $50 (varies by state)·1–2 weeks (if registration required)

   Free to $50 (varies by state)

   1–2 weeks (if registration required)

2. City of Bismarck City Clerk — Business License

   Bismarck requires a Business License for certain regulated businesses within city limits. The City Clerk's office issues licenses for applicable business categories. 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

• North Dakota Cottage Food Law
• City of Bismarck City Clerk

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