Business License

The Town of Port Royal requires all businesses operating within its jurisdiction to maintain a current business license. This requirement applies to all types of businesses, including contractors performing one day projects on properties within the Town. If renting a home or business long or short term, the property owner in also required to hold a current business license. 

Town of Port Royal Business License Online Renewal

Town of Port Royal Business License Online Renewal
On the top right corner of the invoice is the online access number that you will need to create an account in the portal. 

If you have any questions please reach out by phone 843-986-2209 or by email ahewitt@portroyal.org

South Carolina Municipal Association Business License Renewal Portal

Local Business License Renewal Portal - Link




Business Licenses & Fees

  1. ACCOMODATIONS FEE rev 10 2024
  2. BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION rev 2024
  3. Business License Class Schedule
  4. Business License Closure Form (PDF)
  5. Business License Rate Schedule (PDF)
  6. COUNTY-AFFIDAVIT-FOR-BUSINESS-PERSONAL-PROPERTY-4-18-2024
  7. FOOD TRUCK PACKET
  8. Food Truck Ordinance
  9. HOSPITALITY FEE rev 10 2024
  10. OPENING A PHYSICAL LOCATION
  11. PER PROJECT BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION
  12. RENTAL APPLICATION (LTR OR STR)
  13. Signed-2024-19-Short-Term-Rental
  14. SHORT TERM RENTAL PACKET rev 10.7.25
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  1. Pay in Person
  2. Pay by Mail
Business License Fees can be paid in person at Port Royal Town Hall:

700 Paris Avenue
Port Royal, SC 29935 

Make Checks Payable to: Town of Port Royal

Most major Credit Cards are also accepted