In Maine, general licenses to operate a business are managed at the town or city level. Other licensing requirements will vary based on industry, business activity, and location. Businesses may also need to register with the Bureau of Corporations at the office of the Maine Secretary of State.
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Businesses operating in Maine may need to meet licensing requirements at the federal, state, and local levels. Certain professions and types of businesses require permits and licenses from state boards, agencies, and departments. In addition, cities or counties may require licenses, permits, and approvals before business can be conducted. To learn more about the specific registration and licensing requirements in Maine, click on the Maine industry or county tabs for more information or to order the proper forms.
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CT Corporation manages the lifecycle of all your business licenses and provides ongoing support for your core business license program.
CT Corporation quickly and accurately assembles a business license package with all the licensing applications and instructions your business may need.
License Type:
Maine Appraisal Management Company License
License Issued By:
Department of Professional & Financial Regulation Board of Real Estate Appraisers
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$480 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $480 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Maine (ME) does not require an Architectural Firm License. However, if your business is providing architecture services in Maine, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Maine Cannabis Adult Use Medical Marijuana Establishment Business License
License Issued By:
Department of Administrative and Financial Services - Office of Marijuana Policy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$250 application fee, license fee up to $2500 *
Other Requirements:
This application requires submission of business plans, a diagram of the facility, and a cultivation plan. Annual renewals.
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application; a $250 application fee*; license fee up to $2,500*; extensive supporting documentation including business plans, a diagram of the facilities, and a cultivation plan; and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Cannabis Adult Use Marijuana Establishment Business License
License Issued By:
Department of Administrative and Financial Services - Office of Marijuana Policy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$250 application fee, license fee up to $2500 *
Other Requirements:
This application requires submission of business plans, a diagram of the facility, and a cultivation plan. Annual renewals.
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application; a $250 application fee*; license fee up to $2,500*; extensive supporting documentation including business plans, a diagram of the facilities, and a cultivation plan; and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Charitable Solicitation Registration
License Issued By:
Maine Office of Licensing and Regulation's Charitable Solicitations Program
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals/Reports
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $50 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals/reports.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Collection Agency License
License Issued By:
Maine Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 to $600 *, surety bond
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $300 to $600 fee*, a surety bond, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Maine (ME) does not require a Commercial Painter License at the state level. However, if your business is providing commercial painting services in Maine, you may be required to obtain Commercial Painter License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Maine Compounding Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Maine Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $200 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Cosmetology License
License Issued By:
Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$20 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $20 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Debt Management License
License Issued By:
Maine Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $500 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Maine (ME) does not require a Durable Medical Equipment License. However, if your business is selling durable medical equipment in Maine, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Maine Electrical Contractor Business License
License Issued By:
State of Maine Department of Professional & Financial Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$25 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Reports, Proof of completion of 576 hours of study by diploma or transcripts
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $25 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, annual reports, and proof of completion of 576 hours of study by diploma or transcripts. .
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Maine (ME) does not require an Employment Agency License at the state level. However, if your business is acting as an employment agency in Maine, you may be required to obtain an Employment Agency License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Maine Energy Broker License
License Issued By:
Maine Public Utilities Commission
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Reports
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $100 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual reports.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Maine (ME) does not require an Engineering Firm License. However, if your business is providing engineering services in Maine, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
The State of Maine (ME) does not require a Fertilizer License. However, if your business is dealing in fertilizer in Maine, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Maine Fertilizer Product Registration
License Issued By:
Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 per product *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $100 per product fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Maine (ME) does not require Franchise Registration. However, if your business is operating a franchise in Maine, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
The State of Maine (ME) does not require a General Contractor License at the state level. However, if your business is doing construction in Maine, you may be required to obtain a General Contractor License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Maine Home Health Agency License
License Issued By:
Maine Department of Health and Human Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $300 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Maine (ME) does not require a Home Improvement Contractor License at the state level. However, if your business is providing home improvement services in Maine, you may be required to obtain a Home Improvement Contractor License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
The State of Maine (ME) does not require an HVAC License at the state level. However, if your business is providing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services in Maine, you may be required to obtain an HVAC Contractor License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Maine Insurance Agency License
License Issued By:
Maine Bureau of Insurance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$45 to $85 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $45 to $85 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Mail-Order Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Maine Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $200 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Manufactured Home Dealer License
License Issued By:
Maine Manufactured Housing Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $200 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Manufactured Home Installer License
License Issued By:
Maine Manufactured Housing Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $200 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Manufactured Home Manufacturer License
License Issued By:
Maine Manufactured Housing Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $200 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Money Transmitter License
License Issued By:
Maine Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $500 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Mortgage Broker License
License Issued By:
Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection of the Maine Department of Professional and Financial Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $500 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Mortgage Lender License
License Issued By:
Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection of the Maine Department of Professional and Financial Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $500 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Maine (ME) does not require a Pawnbroker License at the state level. However, if your business is operating a pawnshop in Maine, you may be required to obtain a Pawnbroker License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Maine Payday Lender License
License Issued By:
Maine Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $500 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Pesticide Product Registration
License Issued By:
Maine Board of Pesticides Control
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$150 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $150 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Pet Shop License
License Issued By:
Animal Welfare Program of the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$150 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $150 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Maine Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *, an inspection
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $200 fee*, an inspection, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Maine Plumbing Contractor License
License Issued By:
Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$225 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Maine requires an application, a $225 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Colorado (CO) does not require a Private Investigation Agency License at the state level. However, if your business is conducting investigations in Colorado, you may be required to obtain a Private Investigation Agency License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
The State of Colorado (CO) does not require a Private Security License at the state level. However, if your business is providing security guard services in Colorado, you may be required to obtain a Private Security License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Colorado Professional Engineer License
License Issued By:
Division of Professions and Occupations of the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Colorado requires an application, a $100 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Colorado (CO) does not require a Residential Painter License at the state level. However, if your business is providing residential painting services in Colorado, you may be required to obtain a Residential Painter License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
The State of Colorado (CO) does not require a Roofing Contractor License at the state level. However, if your business is providing roofing services in Colorado, you may be required to obtain a Roofing Contractor License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Colorado Sales Tax ID
License Issued By:
Colorado Department of Revenue
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$66 *
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Colorado requires an application, a $66 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and tax returns.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Colorado (CO) does not require a Secondhand Dealer License at the state level. However, if your business is dealing in secondhand goods in Colorado, you may be required to obtain a Secondhand Dealer License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
The State of Colorado (CO) does not require a Solar Contractor License at the state level. However, if your business is performing solar panel installation in Colorado, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Colorado Staff Leasing Agency Business License
License Issued By:
Colorado State Treasurer
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
Annual Renewals
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Colorado requires an application, a $500 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Colorado (CO) does not require a Talent Agency License. However, if your business is acting as a talent agency in Colorado, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
The State of Colorado (CO) does not require a Tattoo Parlor License at the state level. However, if your business is operating a tattoo parlor in Colorado, you may be required to obtain a Tattoo Parlor License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Colorado Telemarketing License
License Issued By:
Office of the Colorado Attorney General
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Colorado requires an application, a $200 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Colorado Title Agency License
License Issued By:
Division of Insurance of the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$57 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Colorado requires an application, a $57 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
California Tobacco Retail License
License Issued By:
California State Board of Equalization
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $100 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
California Tobacco Wholesale License
License Issued By:
California State Board of Equalization
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1000 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $1,000 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
California Unemployment Tax ID
License Issued By:
California Employment Development Department
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, extensive supporting documentation, and tax returns.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
California Wholesale Drug Distributor License
License Issued By:
California State Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$820 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $820 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Colorado Withholding Tax ID
License Issued By:
Colorado Department of Revenue
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Colorado requires an application, extensive supporting documentation, and tax returns.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
Maine counties do not issue Basic Business Licenses. However, your business may be required to obtain a Basic Business License at the state or local level or comply with other licensing laws, based on your business activity and location. Let CT Corporation determine all of the licenses and registrations that you may need, and guide you through the process of obtaining them!
Note: The above refers only to basic business licenses, which are required for any type of business operating within the county. For information regarding industry specific licenses issued by Maine, contact us today!
Let us take care of the paperwork for you! We will prepare and file your application, and we will follow up with the State until you have received your Colorado state license. As licensing experts, we will streamline the entire licensing process, making it as painless as possible.
For more information, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
