Do I need a Business License in Arizona?
In Arizona not all businesses need a license and
some businesses may need more than one. It depends
on the type of "business activity" that you will be
doing with your new business. Arizona has business
licenses that you may need to obtain from the State
of Arizona, as well as from your county or city where
your business is located.
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THE LINKS TO YOUR CITY BELOW TO APPLY FOR A BUSINESS
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What Arizona State Business Licenses do I
need?
Your business activity may be subject to Regulatory
Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) (for professional/special
activities), and/or business/occupational licensing.
First you should find the agency that may require
licensing, certification, or permits for business
activity conducted in Arizona. If you are not sure
which agency is correct for you, you may wish to search
at www.azdor.gov/609/licensingguide.htm#PROFESSION.
Most of the links will take you directly to the applicable
agency's home page. Information on licensing and other
information on business activity requirements may
be found on the agency web sites under such terms
as : Licensing, Permits, Certifications, Applications
and/or Forms. (i.e., if you are opening a new assisted
living home and center you would go to the Department
of Health Services, and obtain an Assisted Living
Licensure. This would require both an Arizona business
license application for construction or modification;
and an application for licensure.)
What is Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT)?
The State Tax License (or sales and use tax) is called
a Transactional Privilege Tax (commonly referred to
as a TPT, sales, resale, wholesale, vendor or business
license). You must obtain this license if you are
involved in an activity taxable under TPT BEFORE doing
business. If your business falls under TPT guidelines,
you must obtain and display a separate Arizona State
business license for each business location. To find
out if your business is subject to Transaction Privilege
Tax, it is best to contact the Arizona Department
of Revenue at www.azatexes.gov
How many state of Arizona business licenses
do I need while doing business in a city?
A business owner in Arizona may need to obtain regulatory
licenses (professional/special) in addition to other
licenses/permits. (some examples of such businesses
would include construction contracting, child care
facilities, cosmetologists, or food establishments)
The number of different types of licenses/permits
in Arizona necessary depends on several factors, including:
1.what type of business you will have (i.e., wholesale
goods, home rentals, medical services, etc.)
2. where your business will be based and operate (i.e.,
is it within city limits, out of your hom (such as
for Arizona small business), in multiple locations,
etc.)
3. what type of product you will sell (i.e., liquor,
food, etc.)
How do I know what category of busienss license
in Arizona my business falls under?
If you are unsure of which category of business license
in Arizona your business belongs to, you may wish
to visit the Arizona Department of Revenue –
Arizona Licensing Guide, which is available online.
This website is a great tool for finding out what
types of business activities are regulated by the
State of Arizona and which agency to contact for licensing
information. Business regulations vary by State, local
and Federal Government as well as by Industry.
- Industrial Certifications are available for professionals
such as speech therapists or travel agents. Contact
your industry association for more information at
Arizona Entrepreneur’s Edge Resource Guide – Chap.
9 www.azcommerce.com/BusAsst/SmallBiz/Edge.htm
How do I obtain a state business license
in Arizona?
If you need an Arizona business license search online
at the Arizona state website. You can easily register
your business by applying for your business license
in Arizona online at www.aztaxes.gov
. or download a copy of the Arizona business license
application and mail to: License and Regulations Section,
Department of Revenue 1600 W Monroe Pheonix, Arizona
85007
If you register online at www.aztaxes.gov you can have online access to your account information,
file and pay Arizona transaction, use and withholding
taxes. You can also designate users to access these
services! For licensing questions on Transaction Privilege,
withholding or use Tax (Department of Revenue), call
(602) 542-4576 or (800) 634-6494
What information will be asked to obtain
a state business license in Arizona?
Every form is a little different, however on the
Arizona Joint Tax Application you can expect the following
questions:
- Federal Employer Identification Number
Is there a fee to apply?
The fee for your license through the state will vary
depending on the city or cities you are doing business
in. Each individual cities fees will vary. (i.e.,
Cave Creek has a fee of $20, where the city of Sedona
is only $2.00). The state fee is $12 x the number
of business locations .
What business licenses are required by my
city or county in Arizona?
Local licensing in the State of Arizona may be required
byeach city, town or county (examples may be alarm
businesses, amusement parks, liquor shops, Pet Grooming,
Pawnbrokers, etc.). It is important to check with
each incorporated city/town in which your business
will be based to learn of any local requirements or
restrictions they may have. The local city websites
are a helpful tool to use when obtaining a business
license. A business license is also commonly called
a Privilege Sales and Use Tax on the city level. Most
city websites have a link to Business Licensing as
well as useful guides to starting your business, especially
if you are starting an small business Arizona has
many resources. If you need an Arizona small business
license for running a business out of your home, there
are often home-based business permits in Arizona cities.
For each small business license Arizona cities have
different requirements. There are typically two types
of licenses through the cities: Privilege Sales and/or/
Use Tax and the Regulatory and Liquor license. Each
business license application has easy instructions,
and can usually be filled online through the cities
websites.
Apply for a business license
now by visiting your city's website using the links
above.
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