Alabama - Apply for Food Truck License

Advertisement

Procedure

Apply In Person:

1. To Apply for Food Truck License, the applicant has to approach the U.S FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit the application form and the documents to the authorized officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. Then the application will be processed further.
10. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
11. A representative of the state agency may visit the facility to inspect it before issuing the license to check the food and safety measures.
12. Once the application is approved, the applicant will receive the Food Truck License through mail.
13. Be sure to display the license prominently in the Food truck as required by law.
14. This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Advertisement

Required Documents

• Identity proof (citizenship card, driving license, passport)
• National identity card
• Passport size photographs
• Application form
• Proof of liability insurance
• Tax identification document
• Business plan
• A floor plan of the restaurant
• Any other documents (if required)

Office Locations & Contacts

U.S FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION
10903 New Hampshire Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Contact - (1-888-463-6332)
Contact link

Eligibility

• Any individual or a business person who intends to Apply for Food Truck License is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority’s request.

Validity

• The validity of applying for a food trunk License is five years.

Documents to Use

Please attach documents that can be used by people. e.g. links

Sample Documents

Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.

Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Related Videos

Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
Attach videos using the following tag <&video type='website'>video ID|width|height<&/video&> from external websites.
Please remove the '&' inside the tags during implementation.
Website = allocine, blip, dailymotion, facebook, gametrailers, googlevideo, html5, metacafe, myspace, revver,
sevenload, viddler, vimeo, youku, youtube
width = 560, height = 340, Video ID = Can be obtained from the URL of webpage where the video is displayed.
e.g In the following url 'http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0US7oR_t3M' Video ID is 'Y0US7oR_t3M'.

Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Contact number
• ZIP code
• City
• Email
• Business details
• Income
• Fax
• Date
• Food exportation detail
• Signature

Need for the Document

• A food truck license in the United States refers to the legal permission and authorization granted by the food and drug authority to operate a food truck business. It is a necessary requirement to ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations when operating a mobile food service business.

Information which might help

• Obtaining a food truck license involves meeting specific requirements and adhering to regulations set by the local jurisdiction. These regulations typically cover areas such as food safety, sanitation, fire safety, zoning, parking, and operational standards.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

Link

Others

• The purpose of a food truck license is to protect public health and safety by ensuring that food trucks meet certain standards in food handling, preparation, and service.
• It also helps regulate the operation of food trucks to prevent issues such as foodborne illnesses, improper handling of food, and unsanitary conditions.