General Information

Many business licenses may be obtained from the Clerk of the Circuit Court. If you are considering opening a business in Carroll County, please do not hesitate to contact the Clerk’s Office at 410-386-2022, to determine whether you need to obtain a business license or you may check the on-line resources listed below.

Some businesses do not require a business license issued from the Clerk’s Office but may need other licenses or permits. For more complete information, please contact any or all of the following:

• Maryland Business Licenses Online - You may search this system to find current business licenses and to apply for a new license or edit a pending license.
  
  
• Business License Information System (BLIS) - Includes startup information and an alphabetized list of all State licenses and permits.
  
  
• Comptroller of Maryland - Business Information and Services, includes business license tips, frequently asked questions, employer withholding information and tax registration.