Obtain a Business License in New York

The requirements and process for obtaining business licenses in New York can vary significantly. Here are the general steps you may need to take when securing business licenses and permits for a new business:

• Research licensing requirements. Researching these requirements takes planning and organization. When checking local licensing requirements, verify the precise location of your business and ensure compliance with zoning regulations.
• Form your business entity. If you are forming a legal entity, such as a corporation or LLC, you must register your business with the Department of State in New York.
• Obtain an EIN.
• Obtain any necessary state licenses, registrations, and permits.
• File a DBA (if necessary).
• Apply for local business licenses and permits.

Please note that you will need to renew and update your business licenses and permits as needed. It is essential to track renewal dates and update your business licenses promptly if there are any changes to your business, such as a name change, address, officers, directors, or other relevant details.

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CT Corporation can certainly help. First, our license research service will identify the potential licenses that your business might require in every relevant jurisdiction. We will gather all the necessary application forms and present you with a research packet with everything you need to become licensed. Further, CT Corporation can file all forms for you and monitor your licenses to help your business maintain compliance. We can help you get started today! Please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.

You must be a licensed wholesale dealer of cigarettes in New York if you intend to sell to a retail tobacco dealer or other persons for the purpose of resale. You must be licensed as a cigarette agent to purchase and affix New York State cigarette tax stamps. Cigarette agent licenses may be issued to dealers (wholesalers or retailers) who maintain separate warehousing facilities for receiving and distributing cigarettes and conducting their business, and who have received commitments from at least two cigarette manufacturers whose aggregate market share is at least 40% of the New York State market. To be a Wholesale Dealer in New York City you must first acquire a state license and then apply for a city license. A state tax stamp is evidence that the state excise tax was paid. If you wish to affix the City cigarette and sales tax stamps on cigarette packs which are sold to wholesale dealers in New York City (Agent-Jobber), you must, in addition to being licensed by the state, be licensed by the City. For additional help please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.

New York City requires different licenses and permits depending on the type of business. For instance, restaurants require a variety of licenses, while a general retail store may only need a basic business license.

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