What are the licensing requirements for businesses in Michigan?
Michigan does not have a general Michigan business license that all businesses must have, but it does license hundreds of different professions and occupations. The requirements for these state occupational licenses are set by various state agencies and licensing boards and varies depending on the profession, but often will involve specific educational and/or examination requirements. These Michigan licenses can now be applied for online through the Michigan Timely Application and Permit Service, which serves as a gateway for all state license and permit applications.
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Are there other Michigan licensing requirements?
Depending on the type of business and where it is located, new businesses may need additional Michigan licenses from their local municipalities. All Michigan businesses should check with their local city and county offices to make sure they meet all local requirements. Some businesses may require several licenses and permits issued by the state, county, and local municipality to operate in just one location.
What type of information will ask for on the Michigan business license application?
The type of information you will be asked to provide depends on the types of licenses and permits that your business needs. While every license application is different, there is some common information that all applications will request:
- Type of business (sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, or LLC)
- Name and mailing address of the person applying for the license
- Name of the Michigan business
- The mailing and physical address of the business
- Names, home addresses, and date of birth for all the owners and partners in the business
- Description of the main purpose of the business
- Federal Employer Identification Number, available from the IRS, or a Social Security number in the case of sole proprietors
- Date of the start of operations in that city
Some Michigan applications may also request information on how much of your revenue will come from retail sales and details on how many employees you expect to have. If your business works with hazardous or dangerous materials, you may be required to give specific information on your operations in order to get an environmental license.
How can I apply for a Michigan business license?
Applications for a Michigan state Privilege License are available from your local county office. Most cities have their applications for general and specialized business licenses available online for you to download, along with information on where to send the completed application.
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