Business Licensing

Are you ready to launch a new small business? If so, please give the LegalRegistration.com team a phone call. Our organization provides full-scale business licensing services. We can guide you through the process and file all paperwork on your behalf. This way, you can launch your new business ASAP. Our experts can secure licensing at the local, state, and federal level. Apply for Permits & Licenses Through LegalRegistration.com Every new small business needs a combination of permits and licenses. Both state and federal agencies will grant authentication that a business can operate. Fees and requirements vary based on many factors. They include your location, business activities, and relevant government rules. Through our services, your new business can secure permits and licenses right away. No matter the location or industry, our team won’t rest until your business thrives. What Are Business Licenses? Business licenses can function as any form of permit or license. They allow a company to handle transactions in a state and at the federal level. Plus, many local agencies also play a role in issuing licensing. Since a variety of business sectors exist, there are many different permits. What Type of Company Must Get a License? The exact terms of which company needs a license depends on state regulations. In general, a business will need permits and a license for the following reasons. Say that you run a brick-and-mortar business. You would need to secure permits allowing commercial activity to take place. Plus, businesses need permits whenever they remodel or build a building. This type of business could also need permits for criteria like fire safety and signage. Do you plan on selling goods at your business? Almost all states enforce that a business must have an active seller’s permit. A permit allows a company to gather sales tax from the customers. Now, let’s say that your business provides services requiring licenses. This means you could operate as an electrician, stylist, lawyer, or accountant. Or, you could work as a childcare provider or medical care provider. All these occupations need licenses to provide services to the public. This concept applies if you sell tobacco, alcohol, or food. Any service regulated by federal/state laws leads to having an industry-specific license. Who Must Have a Business License? You might need different business slimnesses to operate in a legal manner. It comes down to two key factors. They are: the type of business that you run and the location of your business. Each state has unique requirements about business licenses. Please browse our website to learn about licensing rules in every state. Or, you're welcome to pick up the phone and give our registration team a call. Say that you find out your state does not enforce a statewide license. Your business could still need local permits or licenses. Those permits and licenses can come from a municipality or county. Please also contact us if you need help figuring out county clerk or city office policies. We Provide Federal Permits & Licenses Will your business activities get regulated by a federal agency? If so, you must secure a federal permit or license for your business. But you're not in this alone. Our organization is here to take care of all your licensing and registration. We can help you discover the right federal agency to handle your licensing. Then, our team can complete and file your permit and license applications. Government fees depend on the business activity that you plan to conduct. Plus, payment terms vary based on which agency issues your permit or license. Our team can communicate with each issuing agency for details on licensing costs. Listed below are common business sectors that enforce permits and licenses. LegalRegistration.com has registered countless businesses in each of these sectors. Agriculture Businesses Does your business transport or import animals or animal products over state lines? What about plants, biologics, or biotechnology? If so, your business will need federal permits and licensing. The issuing agency is the US Department of Agriculture. Companies Selling Alcoholic Beverages Say that you plan to sell alcoholic beverages at your business. The federal issuing agency is the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau. Plus, you must also receive licensing from the Local Alcohol Beverage Control Board. The licensing is for more than only selling alcoholic beverages. It also applies to manufacturing and importing the beverages. Aviation Businesses Does your business operate planes? Or, does it transport people or goods via air? If so, you must secure federal licensing through the Federal Aviation Administration. The licensing also applies to performing aircraft maintenance at any business. Firearms, Ammunition, and Explosives Say that your business imports or deals firearms, ammunition, or explosives. You must secure federal licensing. The licensing comes from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. It also applies to businesses that manufacture firearms, ammunition, or explosives. Fish & Wildlife Businesses Does your business intend to take part in any wildlife-related activity? If so, it has to get federal licensing through the US Fish and Wildlife Service. The licensing applies to importing and exporting any wildlife product. Commercial Fisheries Say that your business takes part in any sort of commercial fishing. It has to receive federal licensing from an agency. That agency is the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries Service. Maritime Transportation Businesses Does your business take part in the shipment of cargo by sea? Or, does it provide ocean transportation? Either way, it must secure federal licensing. The licensing comes from the Federal Maritime Commission. Drilling & Mining Say that your business involves itself in drilling for natural gas on federal land. Or, it’s involved in drilling for oil or mineral resources on federal land. The business must secure federal licenses. The licensing agency is the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement. Nuclear Energy Businesses Does your business create commercial nuclear energy? Or, do you operate a fuel cycle facility? If so, you must receive federal licensing. The licensing takes place through the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission. The commission also provides licensing for businesses disposing of nuclear materials. Federal licensing also applies to businesses that distribute nuclear material. Radio & Television Broadcasting Companies Say that a business broadcasts information through the television or radio. Or, it broadcasts information using a satellite, cable, or wire. This means that the business needs to secure federal licensing. Licensing comes from the Federal Communications Commission Logistics & Transportation Businesses Does your business operate any overweight or oversized vehicles? If so, the US Department of Transportation (DOT) does not provide licensing. Instead, business licensing takes place through your state’s government. Our organization can direct you to the right state office for licensing. Receive State Permits & Licenses Through LegalRegistration.com The LegalRegistration.com team is standing by to help you business at the state level. We can provide state filings for any type of business permit or license. Our services extend to the city, county, and state level. The exact licensing you need depends on your location and business activities. Keep in mind that states regulate even more activities than the federal government. Here are examples of some business activities that local governments regulate. Construction, dry cleaning, restaurants, auctions, plumbing, farming, and retail. Some permits and licenses expire after a certain period of time. That's why you should remember to renew your permits. Please note that our organization can renew any sort of business registration/permit. Plus, our team can research county, city, and state regulations on your behalf. Industry rules and regulations will always vary based on the state of a business. How To Start Your Own Roofing Business.Steps We Can Take To Secure a Business License for You Keep in mind that steps for getting a business license vary based on different factors. Here are some common steps that our organization takes. We begin by helping a client form a business entity. This step is crucial. Why? Because you must apply for a business license using the name of your business. That’s why we help our clients create LLCs and corporations. Next, we help clients apply for EINs: Employer Identification Number. Chances are, you'll need an EIN on all sorts of business permit/license applications. We can work with the IRS and SBA to secure and register your EIN to a business. What Is the Difference Between Tax ID and EIN? Next, our experts can figure out which exact licenses your business will need. It depends on many factors like what you're seeing and where you're located. Our team will get right to work by contacting local, state, and federal agencies. Plus, we have close connections to the Small Business Administration. Once we have your information, we’ll apply for the license on your behalf. Some business licenses get approved right away. Others can take a while based on how fast state and local agencies operate. Our experts can also help you renew a business license on an annual basis. Do I Need an Attorney When Applying for a Business License? No. A business never needs to hire a lawyer when applying for a business license. But keep in mind that many business owners decide to hire one. Lawyers can excel at property filing. But our organization can take care of most services that an attorney can provide. What’s the Difference Between Business Licenses & LLCs? Every business license functions as an individual permit that the state provides. Or, the local or federal government can provide a business license. Through licensing, you can operate a specific form of business. Business licensing also can include certain, specialized permits to operate a company. Meanwhile, an LLC (limited liability company) is much different. It functions as the legal structure of a business for tax purposes. Each LLC relates to how a business gets taxed by the IRS. An LLC also helps business owners separate personal assets from business assets. Do I Need a Lawyer To Start an LLC? Can I Run My Online Business Without Having a License? In most cases, the answer is no. Why? Most states enforce that online businesses must have a local seller’s permit. Otherwise, a business cannot sell goods online. Every online business gets regulated by local rules, laws, and policies. Terms of your online business industry and location lead to specific licensing. How Much Do Business Licenses Cost? There is no exact figure for business licenses. The cost of licensing depends on many factors. From the state where you do business to the exact type of business that you operate. Plus, different licenses feature different licensing fees. Our organization promises to provide you with as much licensing savings as we can. Do You Need Licensing for Your Business? Contact Us Now The LegalRegistration.com team is only a phone call away at all times. We’re standing by to provide you with fast and easy business licensing. Our team can assist whether you need licensing at the local, state, or federal level. Plus, we have advanced tools and resources that lead to lightning fast licensing. Please give us a call right now to get started. Within minutes, our experts can assess your needs and begin providing solutions. We look forward to helping you take your business to new heights.