In Missouri, state and local governments require many businesses to have licenses or permits to operate. Some cities and counties require a license for the privilege of doing business in a jurisdiction. Businesses may also have to register with the Missouri Secretary of State and the Missouri Department of Revenue.
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An entity doing business in Missouri may be required to obtain a business license at the city or county level for each location, in addition to other licenses and permits based on the business activity. Many professions and businesses must also register with a state board or agency in order to conduct business in Missouri. To learn more about the specific registration and licensing requirements in Missouri, click on the Missouri 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 assembles a business license package with all the licensing applications and instructions your business may need - quickly and accurately.
License Type:
Missouri Appraisal Management Company License
License Issued By:
Missouri Real Estate Appraisers Commission
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$350 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $350 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:
Missouri Architectural Firm License
License Issued By:
Missouri Board of Architects, Professional Land Surveyors and Landscape Architects
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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:
Missouri Charitable Solicitation Registration
License Issued By:
Missouri Attorney General's Office
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$15 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals/Reports
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $15 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 Missouri (MO) does not require a Collection Agency License. However, if your business is providing debt collection services in Missouri, 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 Missouri (MO) does not require a Commercial Painter License at the state level. However, if your business is providing commercial painting services in Missouri, you may be required to obtain a 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:
Missouri Compounding Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Missouri Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $300 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:
Missouri Cosmetology License
License Issued By:
Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $100 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:
Missouri Debt Management License
License Issued By:
Missouri Division of Finance
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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.
The State of Missouri (MO) does not require a Durable Medical Equipment License. However, if your business is selling durable medical equipment in Missouri, 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:
Missouri Electrical Contractor Business License
License Issued By:
Missouri Office of Statewide Electrical Contractors
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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 Missouri (MO) does not require an Employment Agency License. However, if your business is acting as an employment agency in Missouri, 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 Missouri (MO) does not require an Energy Broker License. However, if your business is providing energy brokering services in Missouri, 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:
Missouri Engineering Firm License
License Issued By:
Missouri Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, and Landscape Architects
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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:
Missouri Fertilizer License
License Issued By:
Missouri Fertilizer Control Service
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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.
The State of Missouri (MO) does not require Fertilizer Product Registration. However, if your business is selling fertilizer products in Missouri, 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 Missouri (MO) does not require Franchise Registration. However, if your business is operating a franchise in Missouri, 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 Missouri (MO) does not require a General Contractor License at the state level. However, if your business is doing construction in Missouri, 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:
Missouri Home Health Agency License
License Issued By:
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$600 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $600 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 Missouri (MO) does not require a Home Improvement Contractor License at the state level. However, if your business is providing home improvement services in Missouri, 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 Missouri (MO) does not require an HVAC Contractor License at the state level. However, if your business is providing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services in Missouri, you may be required to obtain an HVAC 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:
Missouri Insurance Agency License
License Issued By:
Missouri Department of Commerce Financial Institutions and Professional Registration
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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:
Missouri Mail-Order Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Missouri Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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.
License Type:
Missouri Manufactured Home Dealer License
License Issued By:
Missouri Manufactured Housing Department
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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:
Missouri Manufactured Home Installer License
License Issued By:
Manufactured Housing and Modular Units Program of the Missouri Public Service Commission
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$150 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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:
Missouri Manufactured Home Manufacturer License
License Issued By:
Manufactured Housing and Modular Units Program of the Missouri Public Service Commission
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$750 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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:
Missouri Money Transmitter License
License Issued By:
Missouri Division of Finance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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.
License Type:
Missouri Mortgage Broker License
License Issued By:
Missouri Division of Finance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$900 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $900 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:
Missouri Mortgage Lender License
License Issued By:
Missouri Division of Finance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$900 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $900 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 Missouri (MO) does not require a Pawnbroker License at the state level. However, if your business is operating a pawnshop in Missouri, 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:
Missouri Payday Lender License
License Issued By:
Missouri Division of Finance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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.
License Type:
Missouri Pesticide Product Registration
License Issued By:
Missouri Department of Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$150 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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:
Missouri Pet Shop License
License Issued By:
Division of Animal Health of the Missouri Department of Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$125 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $125 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:
Missouri Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Missouri Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *, an inspection
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $300 fee*, an inspection, 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 Missouri (MO) does not require a Plumbing Contractor License at the state level. However, if your business is providing plumbing services in Missouri, you may be required to obtain a Plumbing 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:
Missouri Private Investigation Agency License
License Issued By:
Missouri Board of Private Investigator Examiners
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$400 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $400 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 Missouri (MO) does not require a Private Security License at the state level. However, if your business is providing security guard services in Missouri, 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:
Missouri Professional Engineer License
License Issued By:
Missouri Board of Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors and Landscape Architects
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 or $200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $100 or $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 Missouri (MO) does not require a Residential Painter License at the state level. However, if your business is providing residential painting services in Missouri, 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 Missouri (MO) does not require a Roofing Contractor License at the state level. However, if your business is providing roofing services in Missouri, 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:
Missouri Sales Tax ID
License Issued By:
Missouri Department of Revenue
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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 Missouri (MO) does not require a Secondhand Dealer License at the state level. However, if your business is dealing in secondhand goods in Missouri, 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 Missouri (MO) does not require a Solar Contractor License at the state level. However, if your business is performing solar panel installation in Missouri, you may be required to obtain a Solar 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 Missouri (MO) does not require a Staff Leasing Agency License. However, if your business is providing professional employer services in Missouri, 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 Missouri (MO) does not require a Talent Agency License. However, if your business is acting as a talent agency in Missouri, 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:
Missouri Tattoo Parlor License
License Issued By:
Missouri Office of Tattooing, Body Piercing and Branding
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $200 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:
Missouri Telemarketing License
License Issued By:
Missouri Office of the Attorney General
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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.
License Type:
Missouri Title Agency License
License Issued By:
Missouri Department of Insurance, Financial Institutions and Professional Registration
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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:
Missouri Tobacco Retail License
License Issued By:
Missouri Department of Revenue Taxation Division
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $100 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:
Missouri Tobacco Wholesale License
License Issued By:
Missouri Department of Revenue
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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:
Missouri Unemployment Tax ID
License Issued By:
Missouri Division of Employment Security
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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:
Missouri Wholesale Drug Distributor License
License Issued By:
Missouri State Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $300 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:
Missouri Withholding Tax ID
License Issued By:
Missouri Department of Revenue
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State 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 following counties in Missouri require (or may require) a basic business license. Click on the county name below to learn more:
Jurisdiction:
Audrain County, MO
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Collector of Revenue
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Saint Louis City County, MO
Notes:
If your business is operating within Saint Louis City County MO, 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.
The county may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites prior to submission.
All other Missouri counties, 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. For information regarding industry specific licenses issued in Missouri, 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 Missouri 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.
