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Cottage food license cost in Virginia
Informational only — not legal advice.
Verify every requirement with the official agency cited below before producing or selling food.
Virginia does not charge a state cottage food license fee.
Virginia does not require a state-issued permit.
Source
VDACS — Virginia's Home Food Processing Exemptions FAQ (Rev. Jul 2026) · Verified 2026-10-05
See the full Virginia cottage food page for permit details, sales cap, allowed foods, and labeling rules.