To open a food truck in the state of Wyoming, you are required to obtain several licenses and permits, which include a state license for the food truck, a sales tax license, compliance with fire safety standards, and general liability insurance. Additionally, specific counties such as Laramie and Campbell have their own set of requirements.
1. State License for Food Truck
- Purpose: This license is required for processing, distributing, storing, or preparing food for sale in a food truck.
- Estimated Cost: The license costs $100 and is valid for one year.
- How to Register: Learn more about the application process at the Laramie County Public Health website.
2. Sales Tax License
- Purpose: This license is required if you are selling food and need to collect sales tax.
- How to Register: You can obtain this license from the Department of Revenue.
3. Fire Safety Compliance
- Purpose: Food trucks must comply with reasonable fire safety standards as determined by the Department.
- How to Register: Compliance iinvolves an inspection by the fire department or a similar authority.
4. General Liability Insurance
- Purpose: This insurance provides at least one million dollars for coverage and is required for operating a food truck.
- Estimated Cost: The cost will depend on the insurance provider and specific policy details.
- How to Register: You can obtain this insurance from a licensed insurance provider.
5. Food Permit (Campbell County)
- Purpose: This permit is required to sell food items in Campbell County.
- Estimated Cost: There is a $25.00 fee for the permit.
- How to Register: The permit can be obtained from Campbell County Public Health.
6. Vending License and Permit (Laramie)
- Purpose: This license and permit are required to sell food in Laramie.
- Estimated Cost: A nonrefundable application fee of $50 is required for a vending permit. For a 72-hour vendor permit, the application fee is $25.
- How to Register: You can apply for the vending license at the Laramie, WY government website.
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