Tobacco Retailer

On this page find guidelines to help complete the state of Georgia Tobacco Retailer License application online using the Georgia Tax Center (GTC).

Tobacco License

• Tobacco Wholesaler/Distributor - $250
• Tobacco Manufacturer - $250
• Tobacco Dealer/Retailer - $10
• Special Event Tobacco Permit - $10

Renewal Note: For anyone merely adding vape to an existing tobacco license prior to the renewal date will be charged $10.00. The annual renewal fee to sell tobacco, alternative nicotine, and vapor products has changed to $20.00. This cost includes a $10.00 license fee and an additional fee of $10.00 to add vapor products.

Required Forms & Documents

• Scanned local business license
• Power of Attorney (if applicable)
• Citizenship Verification form along with secure and verifiable documents, i.e. government issued photo ID (requires notarization)

License Description

Retailer - A Retailer is any person located within the borders of this state that sells or distributes tobacco products to a consumer in the state.