Many business licenses may be obtained from the Clerks of the Circuit Court. If you are considering opening a business in Talbot County, please contact the Circuit Court Clerk's Office at (410) 822-2611 to determine whether you need to obtain a business license.
For more information on business licenses and opening a Maryland business, please visit the following sites:
- Maryland Business Express Online Portal
Search the licensing system of the Maryland Judiciary for issued licenses. Apply, edit, and renew your Maryland business licenses online. - Maryland Business Resources
(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, tax registration)