What are some licenses required to become a vendor at a fair?

A state sales tax license and a vendor's permit are required to be a vendor at a fair, according to FairsandFestivals.net. A federal employer identification number is needed to attain the state sales tax license. In most states, sale tax licenses can be attained by accessing the state government website.

Some municipalities require permits to sell as a vendor at fairs. Checking with the fair organizers in advance is recommended by FairandFestivals.net. Food vendors are subjected to additional state, county and city health regulations, and inspections by the health department and insurance are often required. Local governments provide applications well in advance of the dates of area fairs.