Arizona does not issue or require general business operating licenses. Please contact your local city or town hall for any required local permits.
Arkansas does not issue statewide business operating licenses. However, you may need to obtain a local business license through your city or county clerk's office.
California does not issue statewide business operating licenses. It requires a local business license, which can be obtained through the city clerk's office.
Colorado does not issue or require business operating licenses. Your city or county may require local licenses or permits. These can be obtained through your city or county clerk's office.
The state of Connecticut does not issue or require business operating licenses. Your city or county may require local licenses or permits.
Companies offering these services require special licenses from the state. Most counties (and some cities) in Florida also require a business license, also known as a business tax receipt. Contact your city and county tax collector's office to determine requirements.
Georgia does not issue statewide business operating licenses. Most cities and counties require a local business license.
Illinois does not issue or require business operating licenses. Some cities or counties within the state require a local license.
Indiana does not issue or require business operating licenses. Your city or county may require local licenses or permits.
Iowa does not issue or require business operating licenses. Your city or county may require a local license. Licenses can be obtained at your city or county clerk's office.
Kansas does not issue or require business operating licenses. Your city or county may require a local license. Licenses can be obtained at your city or county clerk's office.
Kentucky does not issue or require business licenses. To find out if your business requires a city or county license, contact the local government where your business will be located and the city or county where you plan to do business.
Louisiana offers a one-stop site for starting a new business called geauxBIZ. Here you can create a checklist of required state licenses and permits, among other resources. Check with your city or county to find out if a local business license is also required.
Maryland does not require a license to operate a business at the state level. We provide a business licensing portal to determine if you need any other statewide licenses or permits. A business license is also required in some areas. Please contact your local court clerk for the requirements in your area.
Massachusetts does not issue or require business operating licenses. Individual locations may require a business license.
Mississippi does not operate a central licensing agency for the state. Please contact your city or county licensing department for any required local licenses and permits.
Missouri does not issue or require business operating licenses. Your city or county may require a local license.
The state of Montana does not issue or require business operating licenses. Your city or county may require a local license.
Nebraska does not issue or require business operating licenses. Most cities require a local license, which can be obtained through your local city's business licensing office.
New Mexico does not issue or require business operating licenses. You can apply for a license for a specific industry or business activity through the New Mexico Department of Regulation and Licensing. Many cities and counties require a local business license.
New York State does not issue or require general business operating licenses. Use the Business Wizard to find any other licenses or permits you may need. Check with your city or county to find out if a local business license is required. New York City allows you to create a customized list of licensing requirements online.
North Carolina does not issue or require business operating licenses. Many cities require a local business license.
Oklahoma does not issue or require business operating licenses, but requires statewide licenses for certain industries. Additionally, city, county, and city licensing requirements may apply.
Oregon does not issue or require statewide business operating licenses. Determine the trade and local business licenses you need through the Oregon Business Xpress website.
Pennsylvania does not issue or require business operating licenses. Your city or county may require a local license. Licenses can be obtained at your city or county clerk's office.
Rhode Island does not issue or require business operating licenses. Your city or county may require a local license.
Texas does not issue or require business operating licenses. Your city may require a local license. Licenses can be obtained at the Business License Office at City Hall.
Utah businesses must obtain a license from the county or city in which they operate. Check out the Utah Department of Commerce's Business Licensing and Registration Guide for a list of local business licensing offices.
Vermont does not issue or require business operating licenses. Depending on your city, you may need a local license. Licenses can be obtained at the city clerk's office.
Virginia does not issue or require business operating licenses. Most businesses must obtain a local business license in their city or county.
Many businesses are required to obtain a Washington State business license. You can apply online through the Washington State Department of Revenue's Business License Application.
Most brick-and-mortar stores in Washington DC must apply for a basic business license.
Wisconsin does not issue or require business operating licenses. Depending on your city, you may need a local license. Licenses can be obtained at the city clerk's office.
Wyoming does not issue or require business operating licenses.
