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Fill out an application for each worker
Fill out an application for each worker
Each worker needs to complete a hawker and peddler license form. They also need to have their local police chief sign the Certificate of Character section of the application. The police check each applicant's criminal history through their fingerprints. The Boston Police charge $50 for this service.
The fee to apply is $62. You can pay with a check or money order made payable to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
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Apply with the state
Apply with the state
You can either bring in or mail your applications and payments to:
Division of Standards
1 Federal Street, Suite 730
1 Federal Street, Suite 730
Boston, MA
02110
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Need to Know:Each worker who handles money on a food truck needs to get a hawker and peddler license through the state. They need to renew the license every year.
You only need to show us one hawker and peddler license when you apply for a food truck permit.
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Contact:
Small Business
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26 Court Street
Boston, MA 02108
