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​The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) oversees the licensing of various industries within the state. Below is a list of industries requiring licensure, along with links to the relevant DBPR resources for each:. This is NOT a comprehensive list. For a comprehensive list, click the direct link to the DBPR licensing website:

1. Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco

• Description: Businesses or individuals involved in manufacturing, importing, exporting, storing, distributing, or selling alcoholic beverages or tobacco products must obtain the appropriate licenses.​My Florida License+1Wikipedia+1
• Licenses Required:
  • Manufacturers/distillers of spirits​ My Florida License
    • Brewers of malt beverages​ My Florida License
    • Manufacturers of wines​ My Florida License
    • Importers or exporters of alcoholic beverages ​My Florida License
    • Distributors and vendors of alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, or tobacco products​ My Florida License
    • Commercial bottle clubs ​My Florida License
    • Wine and spirits brokers or sales agents ​My Florida License
    • Manufacturers, importers, exporters, distributing agents, and wholesale dealers of cigarettes​ My Florida License
    • Wholesale dealers of other tobacco products​ My Florida License
    • Makers, manufacturers, or fabricators of other tobacco products within the state​ My Florida License
• Resource Link: DBPR: Services Requiring a License – Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco

2. Construction Industry

• Description: Individuals or businesses engaging in construction-related activities must be licensed according to their specific trade.​My Florida License+3My Florida License+3My Florida License+3
• License Types:
  • General Contractor ​My Florida License
  • Building Contractor ​My Florida License
  • Residential Contractor ​My Florida License
  • Sheet Metal Contractor​ My Florida License
  • Roofing Contractor ​My Florida License
  • Class A, B, and C Air-Conditioning Contractors ​My Florida License
  • Mechanical Contractor​ My Florida License
• Resource Link: DBPR: Construction Industry Licensing

3. Food Service Establishments

• Description: Operators of food service establishments, including restaurants and mobile food dispensing vehicles, are required to obtain the necessary licenses and undergo plan reviews.​My Florida License
• Applications and Forms:
  • Plan Review Application ​My Florida License
  • License Application for Fixed Food Service ​My Florida License
  • License Application for Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicles ​My Florida License
• Resource Link: DBPR: Hotels and Restaurants Forms & Publications

4. Asbestos Abatement

• Description: Contractors performing asbestos abatement services must hold a valid, current contractor’s license and certificate for asbestos abatement work.​ My Florida License
• Resource Link: DBPR: Tips for Hiring Licensed Professionals – Asbestos Services

5. Athlete Agents

• Description: Individuals acting as athlete agents are required to obtain licensure from the DBPR.​ My Florida License
• Resource Link: DBPR: Tips for Hiring Licensed Professionals – Athlete Agents

6. Electrical Contractors

• Description: Professionals offering electrical services must be licensed appropriately.​
• Resource Link: DBPR: Tips for Hiring Licensed Professionals – Electrical Services

7. Hotels and Restaurants

• Description: Establishments offering lodging or food services are required to obtain licenses from the DBPR.​
• Resource Link: DBPR: Hotels and Restaurants Forms & Publications

For a comprehensive list of professions and businesses requiring licensure, please visit the DBPR Licensing Portal.​

Note: Engaging in unlicensed activity is illegal and can result in severe penalties. Always ensure that professionals and businesses are properly licensed before hiring their services. ​My Florida License