What are the local licensing requirements in Illinois?
By visiting the local city and/or county website, you will be able to find what local licensing, permits & regulations are necessary. Most cities within Illinois do require a general business license issued by the city/county where you are doing business. Some businesses however, do not need one. Some businesses may need an occupations licensing from the Zoning Division if operating their business from their homes within the cities limits.
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Do I need to register my business in Illinois?
The State of Illinois requires most businesses to register with the State. For example, to form a corporation, LLC or limited partnership you must register with the State; however, even if you are a sole proprietorship or general partnership, you must register your business with the city or county if you operate under a name different than the name of the owners of the company.
What licenses may be required by the state?
Some licenses and permits may be:
Illinois Department of Labor license or permits (child labor work permits, Farm Labor Certificates, Street Trades Certificate of Registration, etc.)
Licenses & Regulations by Profession (you can visit the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation website at www.idfpr.com for a list of professions)
Liquor Licensing
What type of information will be needed or asked for on the license application?
Generally, you will be asked the following:
Name of business
Do you have employees? How many?
Legal status (Individual, Sole Proprietor, Corporation, etc.)
Taxpayer Identification Number (EIN)
List of goods and/or services provided or sold
Date business was established
Address of business
Name and address of owners/operators
Is the business a wholesale, retail/service, construction business, manufacturing business
Apply for a business license now by visiting your city's website using the links above.
