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Businesses in Virginia are required to meet all necessary licensing and registration requirements before starting operations. At minimum, a business located within the jurisdiction of a city or county will generally need a business license. A city or county may have additional licensing and registration requirements for certain business types. For example, a contractor may need to obtain a local-level license in addition to the state-issued contractor license.
To learn more about the specific registration and licensing requirements in Virginia, click on the Virginia industry or county tabs for more information or to order the proper forms.
For more information, please contact CT Corporation for a consultation with a business licensing specialist.
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:
Appraisal Services Business License
License Issued By:
Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$490 *
Other Requirements:
Triennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $490 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and triennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Architectural Firm License
License Issued By:
Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia 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.
License Type:
Charitable Solicitation Registration
License Issued By:
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals/Reports
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $100 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.
The State of Virginia does not require a statewide business license for collection agencies. However, if your business is providing debt collection services in Virginia, 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, contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Commercial Painter License
License Issued By:
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$235 to $385 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a fee of $235 to $385*, 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:
Compounding Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Virginia Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$270 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $270 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:
Cosmetology License
License Issued By:
Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$190 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $190 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:
Debt Management License
License Issued By:
State Corporate Commission's Bureau of Financial Institutions
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia 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:
Durable Medical Equipment License
License Issued By:
Virginia Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$180 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $180 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:
Electrical Contractor License
License Issued By:
Virginia Contractors' License Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$370 to $385 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $370 to $385 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 Virginia does not require an employment agency license. However, if your business is acting as an employment agency in Virginia, 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, contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Energy Broker License
License Issued By:
Virginia Corporation Commission
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$250 *
Other Requirements:
Compliance with State Law
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $250 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and compliance with state law.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Engineering Firm License
License Issued By:
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia 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.
License Type:
Fertilizer License
License Issued By:
Virginia Dept of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $50 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:
Fertilizer Product Registration
License Issued By:
Virginia Dept of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $50 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:
Franchise Registration
License Issued By:
Franchise Office of the Virginia Corporation Commission
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia 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:
General Contractor License
License Issued By:
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$235 to $385 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $235 to $385 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:
Home Health Agency License
License Issued By:
Virginia Dept of Health's Office of Licensure and Certification
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia 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:
Home Improvement Contractor License
License Issued By:
Department of Professional and Occupational Licensing
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$235 to $385 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $235 to $385 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:
HVAC License
License Issued By:
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$130 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $130 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:
Insurance Agency License
License Issued By:
Virginia Bureau of Insurance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$15 *
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $15 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and periodic renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Mail-Order Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Virginia Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$350 *
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $350 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and periodic renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Manufactured Home Dealer License
License Issued By:
Division of Building and Fire Regulation of the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia 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:
Manufactured Home Installer License
License Issued By:
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$235 to $385 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $235 to $385 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:
Manufactured Home Manufacturer License
License Issued By:
Division of Building and Fire Regulation of the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$700 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $700 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:
Money Transmitter License
License Issued By:
Bureau of Financial Institutions of the VA State Corporation Commission
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1000 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $1000 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:
Mortgage Broker License
License Issued By:
Virginia Bureau of Financial Institutions
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, $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:
Mortgage Lender License
License Issued By:
Virginia Bureau of Financial Institutions
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia 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 Virginia does not require a Pawnbroker License. However, if your business is operating a pawnshop in Virginia, 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, contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Payday Lender License
License Issued By:
State Corporation Commission of the Virginia Bureau of Financial Institutions
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia 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:
Pesticide Product Registration
License Issued By:
Virginia Dept of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$160 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $160 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 Virginia does not require a pet shop license at the state level. However, if your business is operating a pet shop in Virginia, 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, contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Virginia Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$270 *, an inspection
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $270 fee*, an inspection, extensive supporting documentation, and periodic renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Virginia Plumbing Contractor License
License Issued By:
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$235 to $385 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $235 to $385 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:
Private Investigation Agency License
License Issued By:
Virginia Dept of Criminal Justice Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$600 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, an $600 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:
Private Security License
License Issued By:
Virginia Dept of Criminal Justice Services' Private Security Services Section
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$800 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, an $800 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:
Professional Engineer License
License Issued By:
VA Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$60 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $60 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:
Virginia Residential Painter License
License Issued By:
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$235 to $385 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $235 to $385 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:
Roofing Contractor License
License Issued By:
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$235 to $385 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $235 to $385 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:
Sales Tax ID
License Issued By:
Virginia Department of Taxation
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia 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.
The State of Virginia does not require a Secondhand Dealer License. However, if your business is dealing in secondhand goods in Virginia, 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, contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Virginia Solar Contractor License
License Issued By:
Department of Occupational Professional Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$90 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $90 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 Virginia does not require a Staff Leasing Agency business license at the state level. However, if your business is providing professional employer services in Virginia, 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, contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
The State of Virginia does not require a statewide Talent Agency License. However, if your business is acting as a talent agency in Virginia, 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, contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Tattoo Parlor License
License Issued By:
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$225 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia 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 Virginia does not require a Telemarkting business license at the state level. However, if your business is telephone soliciting to consumers in Virginia, 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, contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Virginia Title Agency Business License
License Issued By:
Virginia Bureau of Insurance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$15 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, an $15 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:
Tobacco Retail License
License Issued By:
Virginia Department of Taxation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$600 *
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $600 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and periodic renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Tobacco Wholesale License
License Issued By:
Virginia Department of Taxation's Tobacco Unit
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$600 *
Other Requirements:
Triennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $600 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and triennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Unemployment Tax ID
License Issued By:
Virginia Employment Commission
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia 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:
Wholesale Drug Distributor License
License Issued By:
Virginia State Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$350 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia requires an application, a $350 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:
Withholding Tax ID
License Issued By:
Virginia Dept of Taxation
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Virginia 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.
In most of the Virginia counties, the tax levied on your business will be based on gross receipts. In your first year, you will either be charged a flat rate fee or have to provide estimated gross receipts for the upcoming year. At CT Corporation, we can help determine what the county you operate out of requires as well as manage the annual renewals so that your business remains compliant.
The following counties and independent cities in Virginia require (or may require) a basic business license. Click on the county or independent city name below to learn more :
Jurisdiction:
Accomack County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Albemarle County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business Professional and Occupational License issued by the Business Taxation Division
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Alexandria, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Business License Department
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Alleghany County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Amelia County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Amherst County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Arlington County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Augusta County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the RevenueOther Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Bedford County, VA
Notes:
If your business is operating within Bedford County, VA, you may be required to have a Business License issued by the county. To obtain (and maintain) a license, the county may require an application and supporting documentation. Furthermore, the county may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites prior to submission.
If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, contact us to consult a licensing specialist.
Jurisdiction:
Botetourt County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Bristol, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License Tax Account issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Buena Vista, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Campbell County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Caroline County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Charlottesville, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Chesapeake, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Chesterfield County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Clarke County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Colonial Heights, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Covington, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Cumberland County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License Tax Account issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Danville, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License Department
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Dinwiddie County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Emporia, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Fairfax County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business, Professional and Occupational License issued by the Department of Tax Administration
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Fairfax, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Falls Church, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Fauquier County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Fluvanna County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business Registration issued by the Clerk's Office
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Franklin, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Frederick County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Fredericksburg, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Galax, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Gloucester County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Goochland County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Grayson County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business Registration issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Greene County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Greensville County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business, Professional, Occupational License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Halifax County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Hampton, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Hanover County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Harrisonburg, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Henrico County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Henry County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Hopewell, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of the Master Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Isle Of Wight County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
James City County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
King and Queen County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
King George County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
King William County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Lexington, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License Tax Account issued by the Office of The Master Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Loudoun County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Lynchburg, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Manassas, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business, Professional and Occupational License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Manassas Park, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Martinsville, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Mathews County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Mecklenburg County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business Registration issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Middlesex County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business, Professional and Occupational License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Nelson County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
New Kent County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Newport News, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License Tax Account issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Norfolk, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Northampton County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business, Professional and Occupational License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Norton, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Nottoway County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Page County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Petersburg, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Poquoson, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Portsmouth, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Powhatan County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Prince George County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Prince William County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business, Professional and Occupational License issued by the Department of Finance
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Pulaski County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License Tax Account issued by the Department of Finance
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Radford, VA
Notes:
If your business is operating within Radford, VA, you may be required to have a Business License issued by the city. To obtain (and maintain) a license, the city may require an application and supporting documentation. Furthermore, the city may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites prior to submission.
If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, contact us to consult a licensing specialist.
Jurisdiction:
City of Richmond, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Assessment and Tax Audit Department
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Roanoke County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Roanoke, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Rockbridge County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business, Professional and Occupational License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Salem, VA
Notes:
If your business is operating within Salem, VA, you may be required to have a Business License issued by the city. To obtain (and maintain) a license, the city may require an application and supporting documentation. Furthermore, the city may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites prior to submission.
If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, contact us to consult a licensing specialist.
Jurisdiction:
Southampton County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Spotsylvania County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Staunton, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Suffolk, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Surry County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Virginia Beach, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Warren County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Waynesboro, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Williamsburg, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
City of Winchester, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
York County, VA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Office of Commissioner of the Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
The county may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites prior to submission.
All other Virginia counties and independent cities, not listed above, 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.
Note: The above refers only to basic business licenses, which are required for any type of business operating within the county or independent city. For information regarding industry specific licenses issued by Virginia, contact us today!
For more information, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
