Starting a business in Alabama: the state's own starting points

Read the state first. Alabama's state government publishes guidance for new businesses on its official website. Begin there so you see the current rules.

Then your county and city. Business licences in Alabama are often issued at county or city level. Your county's website lists what applies.

Licensed trades. If your trade is licensed by a state board, that board's site explains how to apply and how customers can look you up.

Match the paperwork. The name and address you register should be the ones on your listing.