Valdosta, GA business license (occupation tax)
Per valdostacity.com, in Valdosta renewal due: Jan 31 (checked Oct 30, 2026).
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Valdosta figures its occupation tax on gross receipts.
Estimated cost at $50,000 receipts (one person)
Not published
Not found in official sources checked on 2026-10-30.
Administrative fee
Not published
Nonrefundable admin fee exists; amount not captured.
Rate (lowest class)
Not published
Not found in official sources checked on 2026-10-30.
Renewal due
Jan 31
Late penalty
10% of the certificate cost plus 0.10% interest per day after Jan 31
"Not published" means we couldn't find it on an official page we could open; we don't guess. Estimates use the lowest class, $50,000 in receipts and an owner-only business.
Official site: valdostacity.com
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Frequently asked questions
When is the Valdosta business license renewal due?
Jan 31, per valdostacity.com (checked Oct 30, 2026).
What is the late penalty in Valdosta?
10% of the certificate cost plus 0.10% interest per day after Jan 31, per valdostacity.com (checked Oct 30, 2026).
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