⚠ HB 2844 IS IN EFFECT — DSHS LICENSING REQUIRED TO OPERATE IN TEXAS
YOUR MFV TYPE
Type I — Prepackaged Only
Nothing prepared on the vehicle
$309
Type II — Limited Prep
Snow cones, hot dogs, vacuum-packed items
$1,018
Type III — Full Kitchen
Tacos, burgers, BBQ, made-to-order food
$1,376
CENTRAL PREPARATION FACILITY (CPF)
YOUR TOTAL TODAY
$1,475
DSHS application fee$876
DSHS pre-licensing inspection fee$500
Our Pre-Inspection Operator Audit$99
Most sites don't mention this: a local fire marshal inspection is also required and is completely separate from your DSHS license — it's not included in any of the fees above, and requirements vary by city. We help confirm this too, whether you're new to food trucks or have done this before.

DSHS fees are paid directly to the State of Texas through Online Licensing Services. Our $99 audit fee and any add-ons are paid separately to us. This calculator reflects current DSHS fees confirmed from the official Mobile Food Vendor Guide — always confirm final amounts directly with DSHS.

Know Your Number? Let's Start.

Our Pre-Inspection Operator Audit confirms your exact type, CPF status, and what's needed for both your DSHS inspection and your local fire inspection — all before you spend a dollar you don't need to.

START TODAY — $99