Will
my business need a city or county license?
Some cities do require businesses to be licensed
through the city. It is your responsibility before
engaging in any new business to obtain all necessary
federal, state or local licenses or permits. Contact
your local cities licensing offices regarding whether
you must obtain a city license or permit.
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Will I need a state license for my business
in Oklahoma?
In Oklahoma, there is no General business license
to own or operate your business. Many businesses will
be required to obtain specific licensing or permits
to operate in the state. You can visit the state's
lists of licensing online to find out what permits,
licensing, or registering that pertains to your business.
What steps should I take to operate a business
in Oklahoma?
Some basic steps to start a business in the state
of Oklahoma are:
• obtain a Federal State ID from the IRS by visiting
www.irs.gov or by calling 1-800-829-4933
• register your business with the appropriate state
agencies (i.e.: Secretary of State for name availability)
• fill out the Oklahoma registration. You can receive
the easy online packet at www.tax.ok.gob/forms/busregpk.pdf
and return it to the Oklahoma Tax Commissions Office
or call them with any questions or help at 1-405-521-3160
• register with the Oklahoma Employment Secretary
Commissions if you will have employees
• Determine what licenses or permits you need statewide
What types of specialty licenses or permits
are there?
There are hundreds of specific professional licensing
and permits available in Oklahoma. Some licenses available
are Agricultural Licenses or Permits, Building &
Construction, environmental related licensing, health
& healthcare licensing, and other general licensing
to a specific business (i.e.: real estate license,
tobacco license, accounting license) You can find
a list of agencies specific to your business with
its related required license by visiting the Oklahoma
Department of Commerce site and agency list online
at www.okcommerce.gov/
Are there fees to apply?
Depending on the type of license you are applying
for, the states license can be any where from $10-
$100. Other specialty or Occupational license fees
will vary.
Apply for a business
license now by visiting your city's website using
the links above.
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