Privilege Business License

Anyone who conducts business in the City of Byram must obtain a Privilege License (State Code 27-17-9), except for businesses that are specifically exempted by state or federal statute. Privilege License fees are required to be paid prior to the opening of a business and are renewable on an annual basis, October 1 – September 30.The amount of a privilege license is based upon the number of employees and type of business. Service businesses (including non-manufacturing and manufacturing) are calculated on the number of employees:Licenses for businesses that operate for the sale of goods, wares, and merchandise (retail and wholesale) are based on their assessed inventory value (Cost X.15=Assessed Value). For fees not listed, please call the City’s Privilege License Office at 601-372-7791.Home Occupations- businesses operated from the home of an individual, must obtain a Privilege License and a Home Occupation Permit. There are numerous restrictions for operating a home occupation. Contact the City’s Privilege License Office at 601-372-7791 for more information.