Welcome to Online Business License for Business Services

Business License Online Submissions and Renewals
The Business Service Department has created the Dorchester County Business Handbook. This easy-to-read Business Handbook describes the County’s various requirements to do business in Dorchester County.
If you have not used the online portal previously, you will need to set up a new account. To create a new account, click "New Account" at the top right corner of the page. Please do not create duplicate accounts.

New Business License? NOTE: Before you can continue with your business license application, you MUST PRINT and FILL OUT and SIGN the required forms. The completed, signed form MUST be uploaded before you will be able to proceed. Visit our Application for a New Business License & Other Forms for document list and helpful links. The New Business License Checklist can be also be reviewed to avoid having your application delayed.

Business License Renewal?
NOTE: Before you can continue with your business license renewal, you MUST PRINT, FILL OUT and SIGN the renewal form. Return the completed, signed form along with your supporting documentation. All documents MUST be uploaded before you will be able to proceed. Review the Business License Renewal page by avoiding having your renewal application and payment returned or delayed.

All County business licenses expire on April 30; all documentation and payment must be received by April 30 to avoid operating with an expired license and late penalties. Penalties will be assessed to the account on June 1.

Apply by clicking the "License Application" button on the left hand side.

Have questions? Have difficulties? Please contact the business license office at 843-832-0018.