In Oregon, businesses may have licensing requirements from federal, state, and local governments. Cities and counties may require a local business license for operating in their jurisdictions. Businesses may also have to register with the Oregon Secretary of State.
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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.
If you are interested in distributing tobacco products in Oregon, you must first apply for a wholesale license or distributor license:
Step 1: Select your business name and structure. Are you a sole proprietorship, general partnership, corporation, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, or limited partnership? If you have not established what type of legal structure your business entity is, CT Corporation can help you get started with your new business formation.
Step 2: Register with the Secretary of State. If you are already have an established business entity in a state other than Oregon, you must register with the Oregon Secretary of State's office. CT Corporation can help you register to do business with the Secretary of State.
Step 3: Apply for your Federal Tax ID Number. All businesses, except certain sole proprietors, are required to have a Federal Tax Identification Number.
Step 4: Determine which type of tobacco license you need. There are three kinds of licenses.
If you have questions about which type of license you need, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
Step 5: Identify the distributors and/or wholesalers from which you intend to purchase your cigarette and/or tobacco. On the distributor/wholesale application form, you will be required to list the names, addresses, and contact information of all your suppliers and/or manufacturers from which you purchase tobacco. The application cannot be processed unless this information is provided.
Step 6: Fill out an Application for Distributor/Wholesale License and submit it: CT Corporation can help you to prepare your application, submit it and follow up with the State to ensure compliance with the States regulations.
License Type:Appraisal Services Business License
License Issued By:
Appraiser Certification and Licensure Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$2500 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, a $2,500 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:
Architectural Firm License
License Issued By:
Board of Architect Examiners
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon 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:
Oregon Medical Marijuana Retailer License
License Issued By:
Oregon Liquor Control Commission
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$250 application fee, license fees dependent on locality *
Other Requirements:
The application process requires land use approval, facility inspection, and submission of business plans. Annual Renewals.
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application; a $250 application fee; additional license fees (dependent on locality); extensive supporting documentation including land use approval, facility inspection, business plans; and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Oregon Marijuana Retailer License
License Issued By:
Oregon Liquor Control Commission
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$250 application fee, license fees dependent on locality *
Other Requirements:
The application process requires Land Use Approval, facility inspection, and submission of business plans. Annual Renewals.
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application; a $250 application fee; additional license fees (dependent on locality); extensive supporting documentation including land use approval, facility inspection, business plans; and annual 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 Justice Charitable Activities
Other Requirements:
Annual Reports
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, extensive supporting documentation, and annual 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:
Division of Finance and Corporation Securities
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$350 *, a surety bond
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, a $350 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:
Commercial Painter License
License Issued By:
Construction Contractors Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$325 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State requires an application, a $325 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:
Oregon Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$175 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon 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:
Oregon Health Licensing Agency
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 application fee, $100 license fee *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, fees totaling $200*, 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 Consumer and Business Services' Division of Finance and Corporate Securities
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$350 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon 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:
Durable Medical Equipment License
License Issued By:
Oregon Board Of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon 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:
Electrical Contractor License
License Issued By:
Construction Contractors' Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$375 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, a $375 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 Oregon does not require an Employment Agency License. However, if your business is acting as an employment agency in Oregon, 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:
Public Utility Commission
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon 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.
The State of Oregon does not require an Engineering Firm License. However, if your business is providing engineering services in Oregon, 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 Oregon does not require a Fertilizer Business License. However, if your business is dealing in fertilizer in Oregon, 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:
Fertilizer Product Registration
License Issued By:
Oregon Department of Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$25 per product *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon 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 Oregon does not require Franchise Registration or Business Licensing. However, if your business is operating a franchise in Oregon, 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:
General Contractor License
License Issued By:
Construction Contractors' Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$250 or $325 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, a $250 to $325 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:
Department of Health Care Regulation and Quality Improvement
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1600 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, a $1,600 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Home Improvement Contractor License
License Issued By:
Construction Contractors' BoardJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$250 or $325 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, a $250 to $325 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:
Construction Contractors' Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, a $75 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:
Oregon Insurance Division
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, a $75 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:
Mail-Order Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$225 to $325 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, a $225 to $325 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 Dealer License
License Issued By:
Department of Consumer and Business Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$542 *
Other Requirements:
Triennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, a $542 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:
Manufactured Home Installer License
License Issued By:
Department of Consumer and Business Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$55 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, a $55 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:
Building Codes Division of the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon 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:
Money Transmitter License
License Issued By:
Division of Finance and Corporate Securities of the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1000 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon 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:
Division of Finance and Corporate Securities of the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$960 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, $960 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:
Division of Finance and Corporate Securities of the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$960 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, a $960 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:
Oregon Pawnbroker License
License Issued By:
Department of Consumer and Business Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$850 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, an $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:
Payday Lender License
License Issued By:
Division of Finance and Corporate Securities
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$750 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon requires an application, a $750 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:
Oregon Department of Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$160 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon 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 Oregon does not require a Pet Shop License. However, if your business is operating a pet shop in Oregon, you may be required to obtain a Pet Shop 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:
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 Oregon 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:
Oregon Plumbing Contractor License
License Issued By:
Construction Contractors Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$150 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Oregon 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:
Arizona Private Investigation Agency License
License Issued By:
Arizona Department of Public Safety
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$672 *
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona requires an application, a $672 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:
Arizona Private Security License
License Issued By:
Arizona Department of Public Safety
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1022 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona requires an application, a $1,022 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:
Arizona Professional Engineer License
License Issued By:
Arizona Board of Technical Registration
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Triennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona requires an application, a $100 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:
Arizona Residential Painter License
License Issued By:
Arizona Registrar of Contractors
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$580 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona requires an application, a $580 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:
Arizona Roofing Contractor License
License Issued By:
Arizona Registrar of Contractors
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$480 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona requires an application, a $480 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:
Arizona Sales Tax ID
License Issued By:
Arizona Department of Revenue
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$12 *
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona requires an application, a $12 fee*, 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 Arizona (AZ) does not require a Secondhand Dealer License at the state level. However, if your business is dealing in secondhand goods in Arizona, 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, email LicenseLogix to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Arizona Solar Contractor License
License Issued By:
Arizona Registrar of Contractors
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$580 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona requires an application, a $580 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 Arizona (AZ) does not require a Staff Leasing Agency License. However, if your business is providing professional employer services in Arizona, 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, email LicenseLogix to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Arizona Talent Agency License
License Issued By:
Arizona Department of Labor
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 to $300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona requires an application, a $100 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.
The State of Arizona (AZ) does not require a Tattoo Parlor License at the state level. However, if your business is operating a tattoo parlor in Arizona, you may be required to obtain Tattoo Parlor 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:
Arizona Telemarketing License
License Issued By:
Arizona Secretary of State's Business Services Division
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona 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:
Arizona Title Agency License
License Issued By:
Arizona Department of Insurance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$142 *
Other Requirements:
Quadrennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona requires an application, a $142 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and quadrennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Arizona Tobacco Retail License
License Issued By:
Arizona Department of Revenue's Tobacco Tax Section
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$25 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona 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:
Arizona Tobacco Wholesale License
License Issued By:
Arizona Department of Revenue's Tobacco Tax Section
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$25 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona 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:
Arizona Unemployment Tax ID
License Issued By:
Arizona Department of Economic Security
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona 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:
Arizona Wholesale Drug Distributor License
License Issued By:
Arizona State Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1000 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona requires an application, a $1,000 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:
Arizona Withholding Tax ID
License Issued By:
Arizona Department of Revenue
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Arizona 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.
Oregon 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 Oregon, contact us today!
For more information, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
