Doing business in California usually requires obtaining licenses or permits in order to legally operate. In addition to general licensing requirements, there are a number of industries regulated at the local, state, and federal levels. California has several dozen agencies that oversee professional licensing for various businesses and professions.
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California's complex and changing regulatory landscape can make business license compliance difficult to manage. At the state level, there is the seller's permit that allows a business to sell tangible items at the wholesale or retail level. If a business is in a regulated profession or industry, then it must meet additional licensing requirements. A business may also need to obtain a business license in each city or county in which business is conducted. This is on top of other license, permit, and registration requirements. To learn more about the specific registration and licensing requirements in California, click on the California industry or county tabs for more information or to order the proper forms.
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CT Corporation manages the lifecycle of all your business licenses and provides ongoing support for your core business license program.
CT Corporation assembles a business license package with all the licensing applications and instructions your business may need - quickly and accurately.
The Bureau of Cannabis Control is currently accepting temporary license applications for Retailers, Distributors, Microbusinesses, Testing Laboratories and Cannabis Event Organizers. Temporary licenses will not take effect before January 1, 2018. Once a temporary license is effective, the licensee may operate for 120 days, upon which time they must then apply for an annual license. The Bureau of Cannabis Control has not yet opened the annual license application process.*
Let CT Corporation help you navigate through the license submission process. Please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
*Please be advised, this content was last updated in December 2017.
Not having a valid contractor license may require a contractor to return all compensation paid by the owner. The lack of a valid license may create a complete defense for the owner to any type of action brought by a contractor for compensation, even if the owner knew the contractor was unlicensed. Being non-compliant with licensing, including failure to properly renew a license could subject a contractor to criminal and civil penalties. CT Corporation can help you obtain a license for the first time or manage your industry license renewals to help your company stay compliant. You can also sign up for CLiC, an easy way to manage multiple licenses in multiple states. For additional help please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
If you are soliciting donations from residents of all states, which is probably the case if you are collecting donations through the internet, you are required to register as a charity in every state that requires it. Currently, 43 states, include the District of Columbia, require you to register as a Charitable Organization and file annual financial reports with them. CT Corporation can obtain and maintain all of your registrations for you. Please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
I presume your wood shop is registered as an LLC or Corporation with the WA Secretary of State. The company will likely need to register with the CA Secretary of State as a foreign entity. This is required if a company is regularly “transacting business” in California. A physical location in CA is generally considered to meet that threshold.
You may need to obtain a California sellers permit depending on whether the CA location will be "selling merchandise or other tangible personal property in California."
Your business may also need to obtain a local business license for the city or county that the CA shop will be located. Please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
Not having a valid contractor license may require a contractor to return all compensation paid by the owner. The lack of a valid license may create a complete defense for the owner to any type of action brought by a contractor for compensation, even if the owner knew the contractor was unlicensed. Being non-compliant with licensing, including failure to properly renew a license could subject a contractor to criminal and civil penalties. CT Corporation can help you obtain a license for the first time or manage your industry license renewals to help your company stay compliant. You can also sign up for CLiC, an easy way to manage multiple licenses in multiple states. For additional help please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
A DBO license is a license issued by California’s Department of Business Oversight, typically related to financial services. In general, any person engaging in the business of a finance lender or finance broker is required to obtain this license.
The California Department of Business Oversight (DBO) is a department of the Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency (BCSH) and it regulates a variety of financial services, products and professionals.
The filing experts at CT Corporation specialize in navigating complex applications with a multitude of requirements.
We will thoroughly research your license requirements, complete your applications, submit your documentation and fees—even follow up with your State of business, for you and keep you posted on your the status of your licenses.
Plus, we can manage your license renewal deadlines and fees, keep your business current with regulatory requirement updates. Please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
In California you would need to obtain a seller's permit. This requirement applies to individuals as well as corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies. Both wholesalers and retailers must apply for a permit.
You must obtain a seller’s permit if you:
You are engaged in business in California if you:
You will need to provide the following:
If you do not have a social security number you may obtain an ITIN number from the IRS. If you are not eligible for an ITIN number you may have to fill out a different form than the usual W-7 to complete your registration.
A seller’s permit is not the same a business license and you will need to contact the state, county and city you will be operating to make sure you are compliant with their requirements for your particular business.
CT Corporation handles licensing in all 50 states and can help you determine if you need a license in a particular state, county or city. When you decide to partner with CT Corporation you are assigned an Account Manager to be your point of contact throughout the entire process. We send you a questionnaire to identify which states you will be conducting business. A Research Analyst does the research to determine exactly what you need in each jurisdiction. Our Research Analysts are experts in navigating the licensing process and will compile all of the applications for you, provided detailed instructions on how to apply, and provide you with the fees associated with each application in one easy to understand packet. Further, if you do not want to deal with the hassle of submitting applications to multiple jurisdictions CT Corporation can complete all the applications for you and streamline the process. For more information on how we can streamline the process of business licensing, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
In order to obtain a Reinsurance Brokerage (or Reinsurance Intermediary Broker) license an applicant must generally: (1) Complete a NAIC Uniform Individual Application to be registered with the National Insurance Producer Registry; and (2) Pay both the state license application and state license fee. For non-resident applicants, a certification from their home state is often required as well. However, different states have requirements that vary depending upon their respective jurisdiction.
Some states have simplistic requirements. In Massachusetts an applicant must: (1) Complete an application form; and (2) Write a check made payable to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Division of Insurance, in the amount of $200.00. For non-resident applicants, a Certificate of Good Standing from your home state indicating you are licensed in good standing as a reinsurance broker is required as well. In Florida, an applicant must: (1) Complete an application for the license and submit appropriate fees. In addition, the applicant must be fingerprinted. Each person applying for the first time in Florida and qualifying for a license as a reinsurance broker shall attach a full detailed credit and character report for the 5-year period immediately prior to the date of application.
Some states have stringent requirements. In Georgia, applicants need to file a Certification Application for Certified Reinsurer. The applicant must be domiciled and licensed to transact insurance or reinsurance in what is called a "Qualified Jurisdiction." A qualified jurisdiction is a jurisdiction that is 1) an accredited jurisdiction in accordance with the NAIC financial and standards accreditation program; 2) qualified by the Commissioner as a qualified jurisdiction in accordance with the standards set forth in Ga. Reg. § 120-2-78-.08(3)(b); or 3) is a jurisdiction that is designated as a qualified jurisdiction by the Reinsurance Task Force, or working group thereof, and published through the NAIC Committee Process. The application fee is $600 for the initial application, and $700 for an annual renewal. There is a litany of additional requirements for licensure as well.
We will help you obtain all the licenses your reinsurance company needs. Our license experts will compile all applications for you and provided detailed instructions on how to apply and the fees associated with each application. CT Corporation can complete all applications for you and streamline the process. Please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
California Appraisal Management Company License
License Issued By:
California Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1750
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $1,750 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
California Architectural Firm Business Licensing
California Business Entity Filing Report
License Issued By:
California Secretary of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
Other Requirements:
Registering the entity name with the Secretary of State, plus BERF filing for every licensee.
Notes:
In order for architects to form a corporate business entity in California, they must register the name of that entity with the office of the Secretary of State (SoS). Once that entity is registered, every licensee within the firm must submit a Business Entity Report Form (BERF) indicating the business entity through which they are performing architectural services.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
California Cannabis/Medical Marijuana Retailer or Distributor License
License Issued By:
Bureau of Cannabis Control
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1,000 application fee, $2,500 to over $50,000 license fee depending on revenue, bond fees *
Other Requirements:
Applicants must provide proof of approval from the local jurisdiction they will be operating in before a license can be issued.
Annual renewals.
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $1000 application fee*, $2500 to over $50,000 annual fees, bond fees, extensive supporting documentation including detailed business plans and diagrams of their facilities, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
California Charitable Solicitation Registration
License Issued By:
Office of the California Attorney General's Registry of Charitable Trusts
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$25 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals/Reports
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $25 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.
The State of California (CA) does not require Collection Agency License. However, if your business is providing debt collection services in California, 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:
California Commercial Painter License
License Issued By:
California Contractors State License Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$530 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $530 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:
California Compounding Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
California Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$600 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $600 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:
California Cosmetology License
License Issued By:
California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California 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:
California Debt Management License
License Issued By:
California Department of Business Oversight - Financial Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$250 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California 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:
California Durable Medical Equipment License
License Issued By:
California Department of Public Health
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1105 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $1,105 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:
California Electrical Contractor License
License Issued By:
California Contactor State License Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$530 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $530 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 California (CA) does not require Employment Agency License. However, if your business is acting as an employment agency in California, 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 California (CA) does not require Energy Broker License. However, if your business is providing energy brokering services in California, 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:
California Engineering Firm License
License Issued By:
California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists
Other Requirements:
A CA Licensed Engineer In Responsible Charge
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, extensive supporting documentation, and a CA licensed engineer in responsible charge.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
California Fertilizer License
License Issued By:
California Department of Food and Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $200 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:
California Fertilizer Product Registration
License Issued By:
California Department of Food and Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 per product *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $100 per product 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:
California Franchise Registration
License Issued By:
California Department of Corporations
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$675 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $675 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:
California General Contractor License
License Issued By:
California Contractors State License Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$530 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $530 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:
California Home Health Agency License
License Issued By:
California Department of Public Health Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$2762 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $2,762 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:
California Home Improvement Contractor License
License Issued By:
California Contractors State License Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $300 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:
California HVAC License
License Issued By:
California Contractors State License Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$480 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $480 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:
California Insurance Agency License
License Issued By:
California Department of Insurance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$150 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $150 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:
California Mail-Order Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
California Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$570 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $570 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:
California Manufactured Home Dealer License
License Issued By:
California Department of Housing and Community Development
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1427 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $1,427 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:
California Manufactured Home Installer License
License Issued By:
California Contractors State License Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$480 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $480 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:
California Manufactured Home Manufacturer License
License Issued By:
California Department of Housing and Community Development
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1427 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $1,427 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:
California Money Transmitter License
License Issued By:
California Department of Business Oversight
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$5000 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $5,000 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:
California Mortgage Broker License
License Issued By:
California Department of Business Oversight
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $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:
California Mortgage Lender License
License Issued By:
California Department of Business Oversight
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1000 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California 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.
License Type:
California Pawnbroker License
License Issued By:
California municipality or county where your business is operating
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $300 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:
California Payday Lender License
License Issued By:
California Department of Corporations
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Reports
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $300 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual reports.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
California Pesticide Product Registration
License Issued By:
California Department of Pesticide Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$750 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California 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.
The State of California (CA) does not require Pet Shop License at the state level. However, if your business is operating a pet shop in California, you may be required to obtain Pet Shop 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.
License Type:
California Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
California Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$570 *, an inspection
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $570 fee*, an inspection, 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:
California Plumbing Contractor License
License Issued By:
California Contractors State License Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$480 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $480 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:
California Private Investigation Agency License
License Issued By:
California Department of Consumer Affairs' Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$225 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $225 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
California Private Security License
License Issued By:
California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$250 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $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:
California Professional Engineer License
License Issued By:
California Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$125 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $125 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:
California Residential Painter License
License Issued By:
California Contractors License Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$530 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $530 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:
California Roofing Contractor License
License Issued By:
California Contractors State License Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$530 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $530 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:
California Sales Tax ID
License Issued By:
California State Board of Equalization
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California 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:
California Secondhand Dealer License
License Issued By:
California city and/or county where your business is located
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$332 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $332 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:
California Solar Contractor License
License Issued By:
California Contractors State License Board
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$530 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $530 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 California (CA) does not require Staff Leasing Agency License. However, if your business is providing professional employer services in California, 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:
California Talent Agency License
License Issued By:
California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$300 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $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.
The State of California (CA) does not require Tattoo Parlor License at the state level. However, if your business is operating a tattoo parlor in California, you may be required to obtain Tattoo Parlor 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.
License Type:
California Telemarketing License
License Issued By:
California Attorney General's Office
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $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.
The State of California (CA) does not require Title Agency License. However, if your business is selling title insurance in California, 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:
California Tobacco Retail License
License Issued By:
California State Board of Equalization
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California 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:
California Tobacco Wholesale License
License Issued By:
California State Board of Equalization
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1000 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California 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.
License Type:
California Unemployment Tax ID
License Issued By:
California Employment Development Department
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California 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:
California Wholesale Drug Distributor License
License Issued By:
California State Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$820 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California requires an application, a $820 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:
California Withholding Tax ID
License Issued By:
California Employment Development Department
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of California 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.
Jurisdiction:
Alameda County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Tax Collector
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Alpine County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Tax Collector's Office
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Butte County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Tax Collector's Central Collections Division
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Calaveras County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Treasurer/Tax Collector
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Colusa County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Tax Collector
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Contra Costa County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Treasurer/Tax Collector
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
El Dorado County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Treasurer/Tax Collector
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Humboldt County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Treasurer/Tax Collector
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Kern County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the County Licensing Unit of the Sheriff's Office
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Los Angeles County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Treasurer/Tax Collector
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Madera County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Treasurer/Tax Collector
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Marin County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Department of Finance
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Mendocino County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Tax Collector
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Merced County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Department of Commerce
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Mono County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the County Clerk
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Placer County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Treasurer/Tax Collector
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Riverside County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the County of Riverside
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Sacramento County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the County of Sacramento
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
San Francisco County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business Registration issued by the Treasurer/Tax Collector
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
San Joaquin County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Community Development Department
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
San Luis Obispo County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Tax Collector
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
San Mateo County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Treasurer
Other Requirements:
Bi Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Santa Barbara County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Treasurer/Tax Collector
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Siskiyou County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Treasurer/Tax Collector's Tax Unit
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Tulare County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Treasurer's Business License Tax Unit
Other Requirements:
Renewals
Jurisdiction:
Yolo County, CA
License Type and Issuing Authority:
Business License issued by the Planning and Public Works Department
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Let us 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 California 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 to consult a licensing specialist.
