Licenses & Permits for Your Business
Before you open your doors for business, make sure you have all the licenses and permits you need to make your business legal. Find out about federal, state, and local start-up requirements for licensing small businesses. These are essential first steps you must take before you get started on your new venture.
Small Business Licenses & Permits
Small Business Licenses & Permits
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State Start-Up Requirements for Small Businesses
Make sure you know about state license, permit, tax registration, and other requirements applicable to small businesses.
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You’ll need a seller’s permit to collect sales tax from your customers.
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Local Start-Up Requirements for Small Businesses
Find out how to comply with town, city, and county regulations, including business license and tax registrations, fictitious business name rules, zoning ordinances, building codes, and environmental regulations.
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What License and Permits You Need for a Food Hospitality Business
Before starting a restaurant, deli, catering service, food truck, or other food service establishment, you’ll need various food hospitality business licenses and permits.
How to Get a Small Business License: 50-State Guide
MoreHow to Get a Small Business License: 50-State Guide
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The term business license may refer to any number of permits and licenses regulated by federal and state agencies. Learn about your state's business license laws.
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