Businesses in North Dakota may need to obtain a license or permit in order to operate in the state. Businesses may also have to register with the North Dakota Secretary of State and the North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner.
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In North Dakota, businesses should understand all state, local, and/or federal licensing requirements before doing business. Licenses for state-regulated business activities and professions are issued by the Attorney General, Secretary of State, and various licensing boards and commissions. At the local level, businesses may be subject to additional license, permit, and registration requirements.
To learn more about the specific registration and licensing requirements in North Dakota, click on the North Dakota 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 assembles a business license package with all the licensing applications and instructions your business may need - quickly and accurately.
License Type:
Appraisal Management Company License
License Issued By:
Real Estate Appraiser Qualifications and Ethics Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$2500 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $2500 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 North Dakota (ND) does not require an Architectural Firm License. However, if your business is providing architecture services in North Dakota, 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:
Charitable Solicitation Registration
License Issued By:
Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$25 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals/Reports
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $25 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals/reports.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Collection Agency License
License Issued By:
Department of Financial Institutions
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$400 investigation fee plus $400 license fee *, surety bond
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, fees totaling $800*, 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:
Commercial Painter License
License Issued By:
Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 to $300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $50 to $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:
Compounding Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$175 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $175 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:
State Board of Cosmetology
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$80 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $80 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:
Debt Management License
License Issued By:
Department of Financial Institutions
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$400 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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:
Durable Medical Equipment Retail License
License Issued By:
Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 or $300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $200 or $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:
Electrical Contractor License
License Issued By:
Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 to $300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $50 to $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:
Employment Agency License
License Issued By:
Department of Labor
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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 North Dakota (ND) does not require an Energy Broker License. However, if your business is providing energy brokering services in North Dakota, 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:
Engineering Firm License
License Issued By:
Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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:
Fertilizer License
License Issued By:
Department of Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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 Product Registration
License Issued By:
Department of Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 per product *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $50 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.
License Type:
Franchise Registration
License Issued By:
Franchise Division of the Office of Securities Commission
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$250 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $250 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:
Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 to $450
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, $100 to $450 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 Health Agency License
License Issued By:
Department of Health's Division of Health Facilities
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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:
Home Improvement Contractor License
License Issued By:
Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 to $450 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $100 to $450 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:
HVAC Contractor License
License Issued By:
Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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:
Insurance Agency License
License Issued By:
Insurance Department
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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:
Mail-Order Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$175 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $175 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 North Dakota (ND) does not require a Manufactured Home Dealer License. However, if your business is selling manufactured homes in North Dakota, 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:
Manufactured Home Installer License
License Issued By:
Manufactured Home Program of the Division of Community Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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 North Dakota (ND) does not require a Manufactured Home Manufacturer License. However, if your business is manufacturing manufactured homes in North Dakota, 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:
Money Transmitter License
License Issued By:
Consumer Division of the Department of Financial Institutions
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$850 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $850 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:
Consumer Division of the Department of Financial Institutions
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$800 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $800 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:
Consumer Division of the Department of Financial Institutions
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$800 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $800 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 North Dakota (ND) does not require a Pawnbroker License at the state level. However, if your business is operating a pawnshop in North Dakota, 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, contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Payday Lender License
License Issued By:
Consumer Division of the Department of Financial Institutions
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$850 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $850 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:
Department of Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$350 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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.
The State of North Dakota (ND) does not require a Pet Shop License at the state level. However, if your business is operating a pet shop in North Dakota, 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:
Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$175 *, an inspection
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $175 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:
Plumbing Contractor License
License Issued By:
Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 to $200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $50 to $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:
Private Investigation Agency License
License Issued By:
Private Investigation and Security Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$350 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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:
Private Security License
License Issued By:
Private Investigation and Security Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$350 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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:
Professional Engineer License
License Issued By:
State Board of Registration
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$240 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $240 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:
Residential Painter License
License Issued By:
Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 to $300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $50 to $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:
Roofing Contractor License
License Issued By:
Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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:
Sales Tax ID
License Issued By:
Office of State Tax Commissioner
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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 North Dakota (ND) does not require a Secondhand Dealer License at the state level. However, if your business is dealing in secondhand goods in North Dakota, 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, contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Solar Contractor License
License Issued By:
Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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:
Staff Leasing Agency License
License Issued By:
Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1000 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $1,000 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Talent Agency License
License Issued By:
Department of Labor
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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:
Tattoo Parlor License
License Issued By:
Division of Food and Lodging of the Department of Health
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$110 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $110 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 North Dakota (ND) does not require a Telemarketing License. However, if your business is soliciting to consumers in North Dakota, 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:
Title Agency License
License Issued By:
Agent Licensing Division of the Insurance Department
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Compliance With State Law
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $100 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:
Tobacco Retail License
License Issued By:
Office of the Attorney General
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$15 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $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 Wholesale License
License Issued By:
Attorney General's Licensing Section
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$25 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota requires an application, a $25 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:
Unemployment Tax ID
License Issued By:
Department of Job Service
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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:
State Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$400 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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:
Withholding Tax ID
License Issued By:
Office of the State Tax Commissioner
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of North Dakota 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.
North Dakota 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 North Dakota, contact us today!
For more information, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
