Businesses in Idaho may be subject to licensing and registration requirements at the federal, state, and local levels. Businesses are required to file income tax returns if they transact business in Idaho, are registered with the Idaho Secretary of State, do business in the state, or if they have income attributable to the state.
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In Idaho, it is important to fulfill any licensing and registration requirements before doing business in the state. In addition to state-issued occupational licenses, there may be basic business license and occupation-related license and permit requirements from cities and counties. To learn more about the specific registration and licensing requirements in Idaho, click on the Idaho industry or county tabs for more information or to order the proper forms.
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License Type:
Idaho Appraisal Management License
License Issued By:
Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1000 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho 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.
The State of Idaho (ID) does not require an Architectural Firm License. However, if your business is providing architecture services in Idaho, 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
The State of Idaho (ID) does not require registration for Charitable Solicitation. However, if your business is soliciting charitable donations in Idaho, 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
License Type:
Idaho Collection Agency License
License Issued By:
Idaho Consumer Finance Bureau
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$150 *, surety bond
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $150 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.
License Type:
Idaho Commercial Painter License
License Issued By:
Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$30 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $30 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:
Idaho Compounding Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Idaho Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho 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:
Idaho Cosmetology License
License Issued By:
Idaho Board of Cosmetology
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$30 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $30 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:
Idaho Debt Management License
License Issued By:
Idaho Consumer Finance Bureau
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$150 and $20 per Agent/RPIC fees *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, fees totaling $170 or more*, 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:
Idaho Durable Medical Equipment License
License Issued By:
Idaho Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $50 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Idaho Electrical Contractor License
License Issued By:
Idaho Division of Building Safety's Electrical Bureau
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$140 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $140 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 Idaho (ID) does not require an Employment Agency License at the state level. However, if your business is acting as an employment agency in Idaho, you may be required to obtain 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.
The State of Idaho (ID) does not require an Energy Broker License. However, if your business is providing energy brokering services in Idaho, 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:
Idaho Engineering Firm License
License Issued By:
Idaho Board of Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho 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.
The State of Idaho (ID) does not require a Fertilizer License. However, if your business is dealing in fertilizer in Idaho, 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:
Idaho Fertilizer Product Registration
License Issued By:
Commercial Fertilizer Section of the Idaho Department of Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$25 per product *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $25 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 Idaho (ID) does not require Franchise Registration. However, if your business is operating a franchise in Idaho, 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.
please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Idaho General Contractor License
License Issued By:
Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses Contractors Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$35 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $35 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:
Idaho Home Health Agency License
License Issued By:
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, 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:
Idaho Home Improvement Contractor License
License Issued By:
Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$35 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $35 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:
Idaho HVAC License
License Issued By:
Idaho Division of Building Safety
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$35 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $35 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:
Idaho Insurance Agency License
License Issued By:
Idaho Department of Insurance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$80 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $80 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:
Idaho Mail-Order Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Idaho Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$750 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $750 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:
Idaho Manufactured Home Dealer License
License Issued By:
Idaho Division of Building Safety
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$400 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $400 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:
Idaho Manufactured Home Installer License
License Issued By:
Idaho Division of Building Safety
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$220 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $220 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:
Idaho Manufactured Home Manufacturer License
License Issued By:
Idaho Division of Building Safety
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$440 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $440 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:
Idaho Money Transmitter License
License Issued By:
Securities Bureau of the Idaho Department of Finance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho 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:
Idaho Mortgage Broker License
License Issued By:
Consumer Finance Bureau of the Idaho Department of Finance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$700 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho 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:
Idaho Mortgage Lender License
License Issued By:
Consumer Finance Bureau of the Idaho Department of Finance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$700 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho 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.
The State of Idaho (ID) does not require a Pawnbroker License at the state level. However, if your business is operating a pawnshop in Idaho, you may be required to obtain 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:
Idaho Payday Lender License
License Issued By:
Idaho Department of Finance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$350 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho 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:
Idaho Pesticide Product Registration
License Issued By:
Idaho Department of Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$160 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho 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 Idaho (ID) does not require a Pet Shop License. However, if your business is operating a pet shop in Idaho, 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:
Idaho Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Idaho Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *, an inspection
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $100 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:
Idaho Plumbing Contractor License
License Issued By:
Idaho Division of Building Safety
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$97.50 *
Other Requirements:
Triennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $97.50 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and triennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Idaho (ID) does not require a Private Investigation Agency License at the state level. However, if your business is conducting investigations in Idaho, you may be required to obtain 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 Idaho (ID) does not require a Private Security License at the state level. However, if your business is providing security guard services in Idaho, you may be required to obtain 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:
Idaho Professional Engineer License
License Issued By:
Idaho Board of Licensure of Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$150 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $150 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:
Idaho Residential Painter License
License Issued By:
Idaho Contractors Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$30 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $30 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:
Idaho Roofing Contractor Business License
License Issued By:
Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $30 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:
Idaho Sales Tax ID
License Issued By:
Idaho State Tax Commission
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho 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 Idaho (ID) does not require a Secondhand Dealer License at the state level. However, if your business is dealing in secondhand goods in Idaho, you may be required to obtain 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.
License Type:
Idaho Solar Contractor License
License Issued By:
Idaho Division of Building Safety
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$140 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $140 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 Idaho (ID) does not require a Staff Leasing Agency License. However, if your business is providing professional employer services in Idaho, 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 Idaho (ID) does not require a Talent Agency License. However, if your business is acting as a talent agency in Idaho, 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:
Idaho Telemarketing License
License Issued By:
Idaho Office of Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho 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:
Idaho Title Agency License
License Issued By:
Idaho Department of Insurance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho 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:
Idaho Tobacco Retail License
License Issued By:
Idaho State Tax Commission
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, 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:
Idaho Tobacco Wholesale License
License Issued By:
Idaho State Tax Commission
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $50 fee*, 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:
Idaho Unemployment Tax ID
License Issued By:
Idaho Department of Labor
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho 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:
Idaho Wholesale Drug Distributor License
License Issued By:
Idaho State Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$130 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho requires an application, a $130 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:
Idaho Withholding Tax ID
License Issued By:
Idaho Department of Revenue
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Idaho 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.
Idaho 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 Idaho, contact us today!
Let CT Corporation 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 Idaho 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.
