Doing business in Wisconsin may require obtaining licenses and registrations. Although there is no statewide business license, most businesses will need to complete the Business Tax Registration (BTR) with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. Businesses may also have to register with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions.
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Wisconsin overview
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Business licenses by industry
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Business licenses by county
Wisconsin requires entities to follow all state, local, and federal regulations related to their business. Certain professions, businesses, and business activities must meet licensing, certification, and registration requirements from state boards and agencies. At the local level, businesses may be subject to additional license, permit, and registration obligations.
To learn more about the specific registration and licensing requirements in Wisconsin, click on the Wisconsin industry or county tabs for more information or to order the proper forms.
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Appraisal Management Company
License Type:
Wisconsin Appraisal Management Company LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$4000 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $4000 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.Furthermore, the State of Wisconsin may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Architectural Firm
License Type:
Wisconsin Architectural Firm LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$68 *Other Requirements:
Biennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $68 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.Furthermore, the State of Wisconsin may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Charitable Solicitation Registration
License Type:
Wisconsin Charitable Solicitation RegistrationLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing's Charitable OrganizationsJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$15 *Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals/ReportsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Collection Agency
License Type:
Wisconsin Collection Agency LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Financial InstitutionsJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1000 investigation fee *, $200 license fee *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, fees totaling $1,200*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals/reports.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*These fees may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State and/or obtaining an Operator/Manager License. -
Commercial Painter
The State of Wisconsin (WI) does not require a Commercial Painter business license at the state level. However, if your business is providing commercial painting services within Wisconsin, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the county or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
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Compounding Pharmacy
License Type:
Wisconsin Compounding Pharmacy LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $75 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Cosmetology
License Type:
Wisconsin Cosmetology LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *Other Requirements:
Biennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Debt Management
License Type:
Wisconsin Debt Management LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions - Division of BankingJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 plus $200 investigation fee *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, fees totaling $400*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewal.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*These fees may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Durable Medical Equipment
The State of Wisconsin (WI) does not require a Durable Medical Equipment License. However, if your business is selling durable medical equipment in Wisconsin, 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.
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Electrical Contractor
License Type:
Wisconsin Electrical Contractor LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$235 *Other Requirements:
Triennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $235 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and triennial renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Employment Agency
License Type:
Wisconsin Employment Agency LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Workforce DevelopmentJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 to $300 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated and is dependent upon annual gross receipts.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Energy Broker
The State of Wisconsin (WI) does not require an Energy Broker License. However, if your business is providing energy brokering services in Wisconsin, 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.
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Engineering Firm
License Type:
Wisconsin Engineering Firm LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *Other Requirements:
Biennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the WI Secretary of State and/or obtaining WI Professional Engineer Licenses for certain individuals in your firm. -
Fertilizer
License Type:
Wisconsin Fertilizer LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer ProtectionJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$44 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $44 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Fertilizer Product Registration
The State of Wisconsin (WI) does not require Fertilizer Product Registration. However, if your business is selling fertilizer products in Wisconsin, 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.
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Franchise Registration
License Type:
Wisconsin Franchise RegistrationLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Financial InstitutionsJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$400 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
General Contractor
License Type:
Wisconsin General Contractor LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$15 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the WI Secretary of State.
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Home Health Agency
License Type:
Wisconsin Home Health Agency LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Health ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *Other Requirements:
RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $300 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and periodic renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Home Improvement Contractor
License Type:
Wisconsin Home Improvement Contractor LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$40 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $40 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
HVAC Contractor
License Type:
Wisconsin HVAC Contractor LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Contractor Licensing BoardJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$175 *Other Requirements:
Quadrennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $175 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and quadrennial renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Insurance Agency
License Type:
Wisconsin Insurance Agency LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of InsuranceJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *Other Requirements:
Biennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated. An additional convenience fee may apply if filing online.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State and/or obtaining an individual agent/broker license. -
Mail-Order Pharmacy
License Type:
Wisconsin Mail-Order Pharmacy LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services' Pharmacy Examining BoardJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *Other Requirements:
Biennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Manufactured Home Dealer
License Type:
Wisconsin Manufactured Home Dealer LicenseLicense Issued By:
Manufactured Home Unit of the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$215 *Other Requirements:
Quadrennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $215 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and quadrennial renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Manufactured Home Installer
License Type:
Wisconsin Manufactured Home Installer LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of CommerceJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$115 *Other Requirements:
Quadrennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $115 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and quadrennial renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Manufactured Home Manufacturer
License Type:
Wisconsin Manufactured Home Manufacturer LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$15 *Other Requirements:
Quadrennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $15 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and quadrennial renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Money Transmitter
License Type:
Wisconsin Money Transmitter LicenseLicense Issued By:
Division of Banking of the Wisconsin Department of Financial InstitutionsJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$505 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $505 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Mortgage Broker
License Type:
Wisconsin Mortgage Broker LicenseLicense Issued By:
Division of Banking of the Wisconsin Department of Financial InstitutionsJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$750 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may including registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Mortgage Lender
License Type:
Wisconsin Mortgage Lender LicenseLicense Issued By:
Division of Banking of the Wisconsin Department of Financial InstitutionsJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1000 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may including registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Pawnbroker
License Type:
Wisconsin Pawnbroker LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Dept of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer ProtectionJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$210 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $210 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may including registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Payday Lender
License Type:
Wisconsin Payday Lender LicenseLicense Issued By:
Division of Banking of the Wisconsin Department of Financial InstitutionsJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$800 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may including registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Pesticide Product Registration
License Type:
Wisconsin Pesticide Product RegistrationLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Bureau of Agrichemical ManagementJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$315 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $315 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated and is per product registered.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Pet Shop
License Type:
Wisconsin Pet Shop LicenseLicense Issued By:
Division of Animal Health of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer ProtectionJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$0 to $1000 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $0 to $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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated and is dependent upon number of pets sold.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Pharmacy
License Type:
Wisconsin Pharmacy LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Pharmacy Examining BoardJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 * an inspectionOther Requirements:
Biennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $75 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated. An additional Controlled Substance Registration fee may apply.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the WI Secretary of State and licensing your Pharmacist-in-Charge. -
Plumbing Contractor
License Type:
Wisconsin Plumbing Contractor LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$510 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $510 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State.
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Private Investigation Agency
License Type:
Wisconsin Private Investigation Agency LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$109.75 *Other Requirements:
Biennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $109.75 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Private Security
License Type:
Wisconsin Private Security LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *Other Requirements:
Biennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Professional Engineer
License Type:
Wisconsin Professional Engineer LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 or $82 *Other Requirements:
Biennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $75 or $82 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated and is dependent upon method of licensure.
**Prerequisites may including registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Residential Painter
The State of Wisconsin (WI) does not require a Residential Painter License at the state level. However, if your business is providing residential painting services in Wisconsin, you may be required to obtain 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, contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
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Roofing Contractor
License Type:
Wisconsin Roofing Contractor LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$40 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $40 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Sales Tax ID
License Type:
Wisconsin Sales Tax IDLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of RevenueJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$20 *Other Requirements:
Tax ReturnsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $20 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and tax returns.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Secondhand Dealer
License Type:
Wisconsin Secondhand Dealer LicenseLicense Issued By:
City/county where your business is locatedJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$27.50 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $27.50 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Solar Contractor
License Type:
Wisconsin Solar Contractor LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$235 *Other Requirements:
Biennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $235 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals .Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Staff Leasing Agency
License Type:
Wisconsin Staff Leasing Agency LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $75 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Talent Agency
License Type:
Wisconsin Talent Agency LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Workforce DevelopmentJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 to $300 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Tattoo Parlor
License Type:
Wisconsin Tattoo Parlor LicenseLicense Issued By:
Bureau of Environmental and Occupational Health, Food Safety and Recreational Licensing of the Wisconsin Department of Health ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$135 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $135 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Telemarketing
License Type:
Wisconsin Telemarketing LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer ProtectionJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$700 *Other Requirements:
Annual RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $700 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Title Agency
License Type:
Wisconsin Title Agency LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of InsuranceJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *Other Requirements:
Biennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may including registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Tobacco Retail
License Type:
Wisconsin Tobacco Retail LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of RevenueJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$20 *Other Requirements:
RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $20 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated and a a $3,000 bond may also be required.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State and/or obtaining a Sales Tax ID. -
Tobacco Wholesale
License Type:
Wisconsin Tobacco Wholesale LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of RevenueOther Requirements:
Biennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Unemployment Tax ID
License Type:
Unemployment Tax IDLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Workforce DevelopmentOther Requirements:
Tax ReturnsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Wholesale Drug Distributor
License Type:
Wisconsin Wholesale Drug Distributor LicenseLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *Other Requirements:
Biennial RenewalsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin 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.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State. -
Withholding Tax ID
License Type:
Wisconsin Withholding Tax IDLicense Issued By:
Wisconsin Department of RevenueJurisdiction Filing Fees:
$20 *Other Requirements:
Tax ReturnsNotes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Wisconsin requires an application, a $20 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and tax returns.Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
*This fee may have changed since this page was last updated.
**Prerequisites may include registering with the Wisconsin Secretary of State.
Business Licenses in Wisconsin (WI) Counties
Wisconsin 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.
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 Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin 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 for a consultation with a business licensing specialist.