Cigarette Licenses

Retailers and transporters of cigarettes in Lucas County are required to obtain a Retail Cigarette Dealer’s License, renewed annually. Ohio law prohibits the sale of unapproved cigarette brands and purchases from unlicensed manufacturers.

Cigarette License Renewal Fee: $125.00 per location
Renewal Deadline: June 1

How to Apply

In Person

Bring the required fee and application to:

Lucas County Auditor's Office

One Government Center

Suite 670

Toledo, OH 43604

Don't forget your $125 fee in cash or check payable to the Lucas County Auditor. Cards are not accepted.

Download the Application

By Mail

Mail the required fee and application to:

Lucas County Auditor's Office

One Government Center

Suite 670

Toledo, OH 43604

Don't forget to include your $125 check, payable to the Lucas County Auditor

Download the Application

Duplicate licenses can also be purchased in these ways.

The fee for a duplicate license is $5.00

If you are moving your business to a new location within Lucas County, you can transfer your Cigarette license for a $5.00 fee at the Lucas County Auditor's Office. The associated vendor's license must already be transferred with the State of Ohio.

Legal Requirements

Only sell cigarette brands approved by the Ohio Attorney General.

Check Approved Brands

Do not purchase from unlicensed manufacturers or importers.

Licensed Manufacturers & Wholesalers

Wholesale Dealer Licenses must be obtained from the Ohio Department of Taxation.

Wholesale License Application (PDF)