Virginia Business Licenses

General Virginia Guides & Resources

These guides provide detailed, step-by-step instructions for starting a business or nonprofit, registering with state authorities, and establishing a compliant organization.

Business Resources:

Nonprofit Resources:

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Virginia Business Licenses for Regulated Industries

Our licensing guides provide a wealth of information including requirements, filing instructions, fees, timelines to licensure, and more for a range of industries and activities.

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Virginia Corporate Filings

These web pages provide detailed information on state filings required to form an entity, register a name, gain authority to operate, maintain good standing, and more.

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Virginia Tax Filings

Find the information you need to register for state taxes or seek tax exemptions.

• Virginia Employer (Payroll & Withholding Tax) Registration Service
• Virginia Sales & Use Tax Registration Service
• Virginia Sales Tax Exemption
• Virginia Tax Clearance Certificate
• Virginia Tax Exemption

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Virginia State Licensing Agencies

Below is a listing of the state-level licensing agencies within Virginia that a business should check for business license requirements.

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Virginia Local Business Licences

Below is a listing of the local jurisdictions within Virginia that a business should check for local business license requirements.

County / Parish

City / Borough / Municipality / Neighborhood