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Permit rules by city

Do you need a permit to sell door to door in Orlando, FL?

Short answer: Yes. Anyone knocking on doors to sell, lease or rent consumer goods or services in the City of Orlando needs a Solicitor's Permit from the Orlando Police Department, which includes a fingerprinting appointment. The permit must be renewed before it expires (renewal is 10 dollars).

Permit required?Yes, inside City of Orlando limits. Not needed for membership or school fundraising, government agencies, candidates, or solicitation that is protected First Amendment activity.
NameSolicitor's Permit
Issued byOrlando Police Department, 1250 West South Street (407-246-2417)
FeeInvoiced after the application is processed (the city page does not list the amount). Renewal: 10 dollars.
What you needYour employer's name and business tax receipt number and details about your job, a completed application, and a fingerprinting appointment at the Orlando Police Department (bring the application).
No Soliciting signsYes. City rules say solicitors may not enter private property where a "No Solicitors" sign is posted, and may not keep soliciting someone after a clear refusal.
Carry or wear it?The permit is emailed to you: print it, put your photo in the marked area and sign it.

This is the City of Orlando permit. Neighborhoods outside city limits fall under other governments' rules.

What to do before you knock in Orlando

Sources

Checked 2026-11-06 against the sources above. Cities change these rules; confirm with Orlando Police Department, 1250 West South Street (407-246-2417) before you start. This page is general information, not legal advice.

Orlando door-to-door questions

Do you need a permit to sell door to door in Orlando?

Yes. Anyone knocking on doors to sell, lease or rent consumer goods or services in the City of Orlando needs a Solicitor's Permit from the Orlando Police Department, which includes a fingerprinting appointment. The permit must be renewed before it expires (renewal is 10 dollars).

Do No Soliciting signs count in Orlando?

Yes. City rules say solicitors may not enter private property where a "No Solicitors" sign is posted, and may not keep soliciting someone after a clear refusal.

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