Apply for Oregon Licenses and Permits

Oregan allows just about anyone to form an LLC for their Oregon business, as long as the legal requirements are met.  Articles of Organization must be filed to create the LLC, and the members will also need to adopt an LLC agreement that specifies who owns the LLC, their respective percentage interests, their management rights, and other important matters for Oregon LLCs.  To form a limited liability company in Oregon, please visit our Oregon LLC page.

There are various licenses, certifications and requirements that may go into starting a business in Oregon. It is important to understand that the State of Oregon does not offer just one generalized business license, but does regulate certain fields and professions and issues licenses from a governing board. These specific fields include physicians, attorneys and accountants. Also, the state normally requires that your business register with their Corporate Division.  Where the business will be located also may determine if you will need to receive any local business licenses or permits. Cities or counties sometimes have their own standard business licenses and other times have specific licenses for the type of business. Anticipate fees from all entities you are required to register or apply with. Our Oregon Business License webpage has information for your location, visit now for more assistance.

If you wish to be legally married, you and your spouse-to-be are first obligated to retain a marriage license from any County Clerk’s Office throughout the state.  The average fee is approximately $50, however, this does vary from area to area, be able to pay this by check or major credit card before you and your fiancé make the trip to the County Clerk’s Office. You both will also be asked to provide proper photo identification by way of DMV issued photo identification, military card or a passport. The last piece of evidence you will need to bring is both of your birth certificates or proof of residency. The marriage license application will inquire of information like: names, addresses, social security numbers, parental details, etc. Be cautious that you solemnize the marriage within 60 days of receiving the marriage license, else you will have to reapply and pay another fee. Visit our Oregon Marriage License webpage for more assistance today.