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Renew a business license in California

Find local renewal instructions, account requirements and the relevant license period.

In California, 185 city governments and 16 county departments publish 203 official links for this service, 15 of them online. Reviewed requirements cover deadlines (18), documents (10), payment methods (6), eligibility (4) and processing time (2). 44 counties have a page for it below.

Before you start · 4 things to check

Start with where your business is located and where it will operate. A county license may apply only to unincorporated areas or specific activities; cities can have their own requirements.
Some county offices provide guidance or referrals and do not issue a general business license. Read the entry before choosing an application.
A business license or tax certificate, an FBN/DBA filing, business entity registration and a professional license serve different purposes. Zoning, health and other activity permits may also apply. Business stormwater registration is a separate local programme where required.
Check the license period, renewal date and rules for changes in ownership or location. A renewal may not cover a move or a new owner. Fees and application steps depend on the license category.

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County government · Madera

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Business licensing

County business-license renewal informationOfficial instructions

Read the official county renewal instructions and the posted transition plan before paying. Lodging and other license cycles differ.

Source checked October 16, 2026

Madera County official website · Madera County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

Reviewed business licensing instructions

Business License Renewal

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City government · Madera

City of Chowchilla — Business licensing information

City of Chowchilla

Renew a business license — City of ChowchillaOfficial instructions

AB1379 was imposed by the State of California to increase the $1 state mandate fee to $4.00 for licensing years 2018 thru 2023. The State of California enacted SB1186 (Dutton; Special access: liability) in 2012 which imposed a $1.00 State fee on every applicant for a local business license or renewal (including all in-city commercial and home-based, all exempts, all non-profits, landlords, out -of-city, and all contractors) and is required to be collected by all cities and counties throughout California, including the City of Chowchilla.

Service area: City of Chowchilla Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Chowchilla municipal government · Chowchilla — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

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AB1379 was imposed by the State of California to increase the $1 state mandate fee to $4.00 for licensing years 2018 thru 2023. The State of California enacted SB1186 (Dutton; Special access: liability) in 2012 which imposed a $1.00 State fee on every applicant for a local business license or renewal (including all in-city commercial and home-based, all exempts, all non-profits, landlords, out -of-city, and all contractors) and is required to be collected by all cities and counties throughout California, including the City of Chowchilla.

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City government · Madera

City of Madera — Business licensing information

City of Madera

Renew a business license — City of MaderaOfficial instructions

Once registered, you can access business license statements and certificates, pay license fees, and initiate license renewals by filing annual gross receipts. Payments will not immediately be credited to your account. Please allow 1-2 business days for the web payment to post.

Service area: City of Madera Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Madera municipal government · Madera — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

Visible topic-specific information on the official page

Once registered, you can access business license statements and certificates, pay license fees, and initiate license renewals by filing annual gross receipts. Payments will not immediately be credited to your account. Please allow 1-2 business days for the web payment to post.

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Renew a business license in California

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City of Chowchilla — Business licensing information

City of Madera — Business licensing information

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