Arlington County Police Department, Courts, Licensing & Compliance Office

Vendor Permit (Police)

The Police Department's Vendor Permits page states: "The cost is $20 for the permit and $10 for fingerprinting (new applicants only)" and "All permits expire on February 28 of each year." County Code §30-3.B sets the $20 permit fee. The county's Guidelines for Vendors (updated 07/08/2026) explains the sequence: register with the Commissioner of Revenue for the vendor's tag, apply in person at the Courts, Licensing & Compliance Office (1425 N. Courthouse Rd., 2nd Floor; 703-228-4292) with an application, government identification and, for food sellers, a food manager's certificate and food vendor's health license, then be fingerprinted by the Sheriff's Office, where "There is a $10 fee for this service which must be paid in cash." The guideline states that a vendor's permit is necessary for each employee of the vendor who conducts sales. The county's FY 2027 Adopted Tax & Fee Compendium lists vendor licenses at $20.