Mobile Dog Grooming Permit Requirements in San Antonio, TX

1. EIN (Employer Identification Number)

   Free from the IRS — apply online and receive your EIN immediately upon approval; the IRS never charges for an EIN (avoid third-party sites that do). Federally required if you hire employees or operate as a corporation or partnership (including a multi-member LLC); a single-member LLC with no employees and no excise-tax liability may use the owner's SSN instead, though most banks ask for an EIN to open a business bank account.

   Official government source for EIN (Employer Identification Number) (opens in a new tab)

   Free·Immediate (online)

   Free

   Immediate (online)

1. No State Grooming License Required

   Texas does not require a state-level license for pet groomers. Professional certification (NDGAA, IPG) is optional but recommended for credibility.

   Official government source for No State Grooming License Required (opens in a new tab)

   N/A·N/A

   N/A

   N/A

2. Texas Sales Tax Permit

   Pet grooming services are taxable in Texas. The combined rate in San Antonio is 8.25%. Register free with the Texas Comptroller.

   Official government source for Texas Sales Tax Permit (opens in a new tab)

   Free·Immediate (online)

   Free

   Immediate (online)

3. Commercial Vehicle Registration

   Mobile grooming vehicles used commercially must be properly registered with the Texas DMV.

   Official government source for Commercial Vehicle Registration (opens in a new tab)

   $50.75 base (vehicles up to 6,000 lbs) plus weight-based increases and county fees; heavy trucks can exceed $200/year·Same day at county tax office

   $50.75 base (vehicles up to 6,000 lbs) plus weight-based increases and county fees; heavy trucks can exceed $200/year

   Same day at county tax office

1. City of San Antonio — No Business Registration Required

   San Antonio has no general business registration or license, and mobile pet grooming has no city-level grooming license. A mobile groomer needs no DSD registration; if animals are boarded/kenneled at a facility, an Animal Care Services permit applies. A commercial base location would need a Certificate of Occupancy.

   Official government source for City of San Antonio — No Business Registration Required (opens in a new tab)

   None·1–2 weeks

   None

   1–2 weeks

2. Bexar County Assumed Name Certificate (DBA)

   Required if operating under a business name other than your legal personal name. Filed with the Bexar County Clerk.

   Official government source for Bexar County Assumed Name Certificate (DBA) (opens in a new tab)

   $13 (plus $0.50 per additional owner)·Same day to 1 week

   $13 (plus $0.50 per additional owner)

   Same day to 1 week

Official Sources

• City of San Antonio — Business Resources
• Texas Comptroller — Sales Tax Permit
• Texas DMV — Register Your Vehicle

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