In Texas, many business activities require permits or licenses. Businesses selling tangible personal property or taxable services will need to obtain a sales and use tax permit from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. Businesses may also have to register with the Secretary of State and file an annual franchise tax report.
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In Texas, businesses must obtain any necessary licenses, permits, certifications, and registrations before doing business. Some businesses may require a state-issued license. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) is responsible for issuing licenses for a number of trades and occupations. Businesses may also have to obtain licenses and permits at the city and county levels.
To learn more about the specific registration and licensing requirements in Texas, click on the Texas 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.
Does your pharmacy compound sterile preparations? If so, you should know that The Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) recently adopted amendments pursuant to TSBP Rule(s) 291.133 and 291.106 relating to pre-packaging and distribution of pharmaceutical products. These new rules require all pharmacies that compound sterile preparations to change their pharmacy classification by applying for new Class E-S Pharmacy licensing, effective September 1st, 2014.
To complete this process, pharmacies must apply, at no cost, for licensing and provide supplemental documentation evidencing a current inspection report conducted by the regulatory or licensing agency of your resident state no more than two years prior to the date of submission of the application. Upon approval of your Class E-S license, you will receive an amended pharmacy license certificate and you will be required to return the former certificate to TSBP. This change in license WILL NOT change your pharmacy license number or your expiration date.
However, if your pharmacy compounds sterile preparations and fails to obtain a Class E-S Pharmacy license by September 1st, 2014, you will be mandated to cease delivery of compounded sterile preparations into Texas until your license is obtained. Don’t delay and risk halting your business functions.
If your pharmacy is affected by this change in the Texas Rules, please consider allowing CT Corporation to facilitate a seamless transition in your licensing classification. Our skilled account managers will prepare all documents, file all forms, and verify that your pharmacy class change is issued promptly. To start the process now, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:Appraisal Services Business License
License Issued By:
Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$3399 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $3,399 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:
Texas Board of Architectural Examiners
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$45 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $45 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:
Texas Veterans Organizations Solicitation Business License
License Issued By:
Secretary of State
Registrations Unit
P. O. Box 13550
Austin, TX 78711-3550
For Delivery:
James Earl Rudder Office Building
1019 Brazos, 5th Floor
Austin, Texas 78701
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$150 *
Other Requirements:
Periodic Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $150 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:
Third Party Debt Collector
License Issued By:
Secretary of State - Registrations Unit
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$10,000 surety bond *
Other Requirements:
Periodic Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $10,000 surety bond*, extensive supporting documentation, and periodic renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Texas does not require a state-level Commercial Painter License. However, if your business is providing commercial painting services in Texas, 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:
Compounding Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Texas Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$411 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $411 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:
TX Department of Licensing and Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$106 *
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $106 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:
Debt Management License
License Issued By:
Officer of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$250 plus $430 per assessment for registration *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, fees totaling at least $680*, 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 License
License Issued By:
Department of State Health Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$495 to $1731 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $495 to $1,731 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:
Electrical Contractor License
License Issued By:
Department of Licensing and Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$115 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $115 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 Texas does not require an Employment Agency License. However, if your business is acting as an employment agency in Texas, 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 Texas does not require a state-level Energy Broker License. However, if your business is providing energy brokering services in Texas, 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:
TX Board of Professional Engineers
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$150 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas 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:
Fertilizer License
License Issued By:
Texas Office of the State Chemist
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas 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:
Fertilizer Product Registration
License Issued By:
Texas Office of the State Chemist
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 per product *
Other Requirements:
Annual Inspection Fees
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $50 per product fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual inspection fees.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Franchise Registration
License Issued By:
Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$195 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Disclosure Statements
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $195 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual disclosure statements.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Texas does not require a General Contractor Business License. However, if your business is doing construction in Texas, 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:
Texas Consumable Hemp Product License
License Issued By:
Department of State Health Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$155 license *
Other Requirements:
This application requires fingerprinting and a background check. Renewals.
Notes:
Products must meet state labeling requirements as well as comply with marketing guidelines and THC threshholds. To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $155 license fee*, fingerprinting, a background check, 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:
Home Health Agency License
License Issued By:
Department of Aging and Disability Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1750 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $1,750 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Texas does not require a Home Improvement Contractor License. However, if your business is providing home improvement services in Texas, 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:
HVAC License
License Issued By:
Department of Licensing and Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$115 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $115 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:
Department of Insurance Licensing
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $50 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:
Texas Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$507 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $507 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 Dealer License
License Issued By:
Manufactured Housing Division of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$350 to $1250 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $350 to $1,250 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 Installer License
License Issued By:
Manufactured Housing Division of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$350 to $1250 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $350 to $1,250 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:
Manufactured Housing Division of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$850 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, an $850 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:
Money Transmitter License
License Issued By:
Corporate Activities Division of the Texas Department of Banking
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$10,000 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $10,000 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:
Mortgage Broker License
License Issued By:
Department of Savings and Mortgage Lending
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$180 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $180 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:
Department of Savings and Mortgage Lending
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$250 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas 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:
Texas Pawnbroker License
License Issued By:
Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1125 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $1,125 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:
Payday Lender License
License Issued By:
Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$800 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, an $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:
Pesticide Product Registration
License Issued By:
Texas Department of Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$620 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $620 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 Texas does not require a Pet Shop License. However, if your business is operating a pet shop in Texas, 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:
Texas Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$459 *, an inspection
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $459 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.
License Type:
Texas Plumbing Contractor License
License Issued By:
State Board of Plumbing Examiners
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$175 *
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $175 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:
Private Investigation Agency License
License Issued By:
Department of Public Safety's Private Security Bureau
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$361 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $361 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:
Department of Public Safety
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$412 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $412 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:
Texas Board of Professional Engineers
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$80 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas 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.
The State of Texas does not require a Residential Painter License. However, if your business is providing residential painting services in Texas, 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 Texas does not require a Roofing Contractor License. However, if your business is providing roofing services in Texas, 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:
Sales Tax ID
License Issued By:
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas 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 Texas does not require a Secondhand Dealer License. However, if your business is dealing in secondhand goods in Texas, 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:
Texas Solar Contractor License
License Issued By:
Department of Licensing and Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$110 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas 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.
License Type:
Staff Leasing Agency License
License Issued By:
Department of Licensing and Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 to $700 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $300 to $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 Texas does not require a Talent Agency License. However, if your business is acting as a talent agency in Texas, 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:
Tattoo Parlor License
License Issued By:
Department of State Health Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$928 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $928 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:
Telemarketing License
License Issued By:
Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas 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:
Texas Title Agency Business License
License Issued By:
Department of Insurance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $50 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:
Tobacco Retail License
License Issued By:
Comptroller of Public Accounts
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$180 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $180 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:
Comptroller of Public Accounts
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 to $300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $200 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:
Unemployment Tax ID
License Issued By:
Texas Workforce Commission
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas 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:
Texas Department of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1080 to $2295 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Texas requires an application, a $1080 to $2295 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 Texas (TX) does not require a Withholding Tax ID. However, if your business is paying wages to employees in Texas, 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 following counties in Texas require a basic business license. Click on the county name below to learn more:
Jurisdiction:
Wilson County, TX
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the County Clerk
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Martin County, TX
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the County Clerk
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Wilson County, TX
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the County Clerk
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
The county may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites prior to submission.
All other Texas 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.
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 Texas, contact us today!
For more information, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
