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Apply for Licenses & Permits
Business licenses in the state of Virginia are issued by the city or county where the business is based.
Contact the Commissioner of Revenue, Business License and Permits, or the Department of Finance or the Zoning Office for each city, county, and town in which your business will have an office or physical location to check local permits and licensing requirements.
Check with your local government (counties, incorporated cities or townships) regarding local license and permit requirements.
Contact the Commissioner of Revenue, Business License and Permits, or the Department of Finance or the Zoning Office for each city, county, and town in which your business will have an office or physical location to check local permits and licensing requirements.
Check with your local government (counties, incorporated cities or townships) regarding local license and permit requirements.
- Business license
- Home based business permit
- Industry specific requirements such as childcare, food industry, etc.,
Regulated Industries
To learn more about regulated industries and specific requirements. Visit the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR).Welcome
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