Permits & Licensing | Department of Revenue

Explore Permits & Licenses

Find everything you need for licensing, permits, and more as a business in Iowa.

Alcohol

Apply for, maintain, and understand alcohol licensing in Iowa.
Business Permit Registration

Learn how to apply for your business permits, including sales taxes, utility taxes, and more.
Cigarette, Tobacco, Nicotine & Vapor

Learn about the license process for cigarette, tobacco, nicotine, and vapor products in Iowa.
Direct Pay Permit

Find out how to get a direct pay permit for qualified purchasers and consumers to remit sales and use tax.
License Sanctions

Learn about sanctions, debt collections, and more when license debts go unpaid in Iowa.
Lottery

Explore the Iowa lottery program and its licensing requirements.