Varies by county, size of business, and use of funds. See application for details. Business that received SBA funding (EIDL & PPP) can apply - Must have an active State of Nevada business license - Must have an active Local County, City or Town business licenses for Elko County, Lincoln County, Lyon County, Storey County, Nye County. Get your Nevada business license. Harbor Compliance assists with initial and renewal registrations in every state. Varies based on gross sales in the city in the past year. Failure to renew your license by the required deadline will result in a 25% penalty after (30) thirty days and a 50% penalty after (60) sixty days and possible. The deadline for submitting an annual report also varies by state. Often it is due at the same time as the franchise fee (see above). In some states, the due date is tied to the anniversary of the company. If your business was formed in August, your annual report would be due the following August and each August after that. Eligibility: - Business that received SBA funding (EIDL & PPP) can apply - Must have an active State of Nevada business license - Must have an active Local County, City or Town business licenses for Elko County, Lincoln County, Lyon County, Storey County, Nye County or Unincorporated Washoe County.
Step 2: Requirements for Delaware Businesses
Step 3: Licensing and Registration Information
Step 4: Learn About Gross Receipts Taxes
Step 5: Learn About Withholding Taxes
Requirements for registering a business in Delaware differ by business entity type, location and whether or not the business has employees.
To determine your registration requirements, look at the Business Registration Chart below:
Step 1
Decide on your Business Name on Business First Steps and Legal Structure (Legal Business Structures Table)
Will you be a Sole Proprietor?
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If yes, proceed to step 3
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If no, continue with step 2
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Obtain other State of Delaware Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations. For a list of state regulated industries visit Business First Steps
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Step 5
Obtain other Local Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations and research Zoning Requirements on Business First Steps
Congratulations! You have completed the business registration steps!
Corporations
Entities who want to incorporate in Delaware must:
- Contact the Delaware Division of Corporations. Visit How To Form a New Business Entity for more information.
- Obtain a Federal Identification Number (FEIN) with the IRS
- Fulfill the requirements listed below for All Delaware Businesses
All Delaware Businesses
State Licensing
Any person or entity conducting a trade or business in the State of Delaware, including corporations, must obtain a State of Delaware Business License from the Delaware Division of Revenue.
To obtain a Delaware business license:
- Visit Delaware’s One Stop Business Licensing and Renewal service; or
- Complete and remit the Delaware CRA form or call (302) 577-8778 to obtain one via mail
Licensing Fees and Services
The annual fee for a Delaware business license varies; however, the rate is generally $75.00 for a first location. A separate license is required for each separate business activity.
After the first year, Delaware businesses may additionally opt to buy a three-year business license. The cost of a three-year license is not discounted; businesses will pay three times their regular yearly license fee for a three-year license.
Delaware also offers a 75% senior citizen discount on annual license fees for individuals 65 years of age or older on or before January 1st of the current license year. Businesses must meet specific requirements to be eligible for this discount.
Additional License Requirements
Depending on your business location, some counties and towns may also require business licenses. Check with local and county offices to see if your area requires additional licenses.
Some business types require licensing from additional state agencies as well. Please visit Revenue’s Tax Tips to see if your business type has special requirements.
Businesses with Employees
Businesses with employees must also register with the Delaware Department of Labor’s Division of Unemployment Insurance and the Division of Workers Compensation.
Businesses without Employees do not need to register with the Division of Unemployment Insurance or the Division of Workers Compensation.
Registration requirements
Register with the Department of Revenue and get a business license if you meet any of the following conditions:
- Your business requires city and state endorsements.
- You are doing business using a name other than your full name legal name.
- You plan to hire employees within the next 90 days.
- You sell a product or provide a service that requires the collection of sales tax.
- Your gross income is $12,000 per year or more.
- Your business is required to pay taxes or fees to the Department of Revenue.
- You are a buyer or processor of specialty wood products.
Apply for a business license
If your business structure will be one of the following, you must file with the Washington Secretary of Statebefore filing the Business License Application:
- Washington (Domestic) Corporation
- Washington (Domestic) Partnership
- Washington (Domestic) Liability Company
- Washington (Domestic) Limited Liability Partnership
If you’re ready to start your business, you need to apply for your business license. Complete the Business Licensing Wizard to receive a list of agencies to contact, additional endorsements and helpful tips about your business license. When you receive your business license, you’ll be assigned a Unified Business Identifier (UBI) number. This number is unique to your business, and you’ll need it whenever you file your taxes or make changes to your business.
How to apply
- Start a scenario using the Business Licensing Wizard. You will have the option to Apply Now using our secure online system, or expand the By Mail to download and complete all the forms listed.
- Apply online applications are processed within 10 business days. Create an online account in our secure My DOR system. This account will also be used to file your taxes and make changes to your business.
- By mail complete the Business License Application, along with any additional forms, and payment to the address on the form. Mailed applications can take up to six weeks to process.
- The application fee for a Business License Application varies; see instructions on how to determine your processing fee. There are additional fees for each additional endorsement. See our city and state endorsements for fees and descriptions.
What happens next?
After your application is approved, you will receive packets of information from some or all of the following agencies:
Department of Revenue
- You will need to file an excise tax return monthly, quarterly, or annually, even if you have no business to report for a period. The department will assign you a filing frequency when you apply.
- You will receive a Unified Business Identifier (UBI) number that you will need to use when you file your taxes or make changes to your business.
- You will receive your business license, with any endorsements listed. Do not begin any business activity until you receive this license. Post the license at each business location.
Employment Security Department and the Department of Labor & Industries
- If you are hiring employees, submit quarterly reports for all active accounts, even if you have no employees and “0” active hours at any time.
Federal, state, and local requirements
You should also see if there are any other state or local agencies you need to contact. The Business Licensing Wizard gives you some of this information, but here are some additional resources:
- Check the city/town where your business will be located for any additional requirements.
- Check the complete list of licenses at Department of Licensing.
- Corporations must register with Secretary of the State, you will also need to apply for a Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN).
- Contractors – check out additional requirements and information about your licensing process.
- Using music in your business? There are copyright laws that may require you to purchase a license to use in your business, whether it is prerecorded, streamed, played by a live band, or used for karaoke. Read more about copyright laws and where to purchase a license.