Transient Merchant License

Minnesota Statute 329.11 requires that any out-of-state business coming into Anoka County to sell goods or services must purchase a Transient Merchant License. The license is valid for one year, only at the place indicated on the original application.

How To Obtain

• Fill out the Transient Merchant License application form and the Certification of Compliance form.
• The application form must also be signed by a Notary Public, a service available at the Government Center Vital Statistics Office.
• Submit the form in person, with required fee, to the Government Center Vital Statistics Office in person or via mail.

Required Forms

• Download the Transient Merchant License application (PDF)
• Download the Certification of Compliance form (PDF)
• You may pick up the application form and compliance form at the Government Center Vital Statistics Office

Required Identification

• Notarization requires a Driver's License or State Identification Card.

Required Fees

•  The license fee is $150