California Business License

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General Business License Requirements for California.

Business licenses are often required of business entities, regardless of their products and services. This page provides an overview of business license requirements in California.

California General Business Licenses

California Business License

Not required



General Business License licensure is not required on the State level in California.

Business licensing is conducted at the city level in California.

Local General Business Licenses

City of Adelanto Business License

Agency:City of Adelanto - Finance Department - Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Adelanto Business License Application Package

Filing Method:

Email to support@hdlgov.com

Agency Fee:

Varys based on the nature of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Annually by date of issuance

Penalties:

Delinquent after 12 days late

City of Alameda Business License

Agency:City of Alameda Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Varies by business activity. See the Business License Fee Schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business activity. See the Business License Fee Schedule for details.

Due:

Annually by June 30.

City of Albany Business License

Agency:City of Albany Finance and Administrative Services (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Email AccountsReceivable@AlbanyCA.org

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type. See fee schedule/rates here

Registration Renewal

Instructions:

If you do not receive your bill by mid-January, please contact the Finance Department using the contact information on the right of this page and a copy of the bill can be mailed or emailed to you.

Agency Fee:

Fee dtermined by business type. See fee schedule/rates here

Due:

Annually by January 31. 

City of Alhambra Business License

Agency:City of Alhambra Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees are based on gross receipts but there is a minimum fee of $75.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees are based on gross receipts but there is a minimum fee of $75.

Due:

Annually by the end of the month prior to the registration anniversary month.

City of Anaheim Business License

Agency:City of Anaheim Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

In person or mail. 

Agency Fee:

Determined by estimated gross receipts + number of professional owners/partners + number of professional employees + number of other employees + total number of employees in Anaheim + total square footage + number of units + other (carnival/bowling alley/billboard/swap meets/etc.)

Required Attachments:

1. Valid California Department of Tax and Fee Administration Seller’s Permit. (Resale Permit)
2. Copy of Lease or Sublease for non-residential business locations within Anaheim
3. Fictitious Business Name Statement filed with the Orange County Clerk

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

In person mail or online

Agency Fee:

Determined by estimated gross receipts + number of professional owners/partners + number of professional employees + number of other employees + total number of employees in Anaheim + total square footage + number of units + other (carnival/bowling alley/billboard/swap meets/etc.)

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. A renewal will automatically be forwarded to you 30 days before your expiration date.

Required Attachments:

1. Valid California Department of Tax and Fee Administration Seller’s Permit. (Resale Permit)
2. Copy of Lease or Sublease for non-residential business locations within Anaheim
3. Fictitious Business Name Statement filed with the Orange County Clerk

City of Arcadia Business License

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on industry, specialty, number of vehicles, and/or number of employees.

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on industry, specialty, number of vehicles, and/or number of employees.

Due:

Annually.

Original Ink:Not required

City of Atherton Business License

Agency:City of Atherton Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application; There are different categories for different businesses. 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business cateogry, see fee schedule

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business cateogry, see fee schedule

Due:

Annually by June 30. Prorated dates are available.

Auburn Business License

Agency:Auburn Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by business activity and gross receipts. See the Business License Fee Schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by business activity and gross receipts. See the Business License Fee Schedule for details.

Due:

Annually by July 1.

Notes:

Renewal forms are sent in the mail.

City of Azusa Business License

Agency:City of Azusa Economic & Community Development Department - Business Licensing Program (CA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by location, number of employees, and type of business.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by location, number of employees, and type of business.

Due:

Annually by the end of the registration anniversary month.

Notes:

Renewal notices are mailed 30-45 days prior to the expiration of your business license.

City of Bakersfield Business Tax Certificate

Agency:City of Bakersfield - Finance Department - Treasury Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

Bakersfield, Cal., Municipal Code § 5.02

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business Tax Certificate Application

Filing Method:

Mail or in-person

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts.

Before you Apply:

Call the Treasury Division for a fee quote before mailing an application. Applications must be accompanied by payment to be processed. 

Required Attachments:
  • State License, if applicable
  • Sellers Permit, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by June 30

City of Baldwin Park Business License

Agency:City of Baldwin Park Business License Office (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type. See fee shcedule here

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (renewal) 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type. See fee schedule here

Due:

Annually by the first day of the month in which the license was issued. 

City of Banning Business License

Agency:City of Banning - Business Tax Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business and number of employees + $4 state CASp fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business and number of employees + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Licenses expire annually at the end of the month in which the business was initially registered. Renewal payments must be submitted by the 1st day of the preceding month. 

City Beaumont Business License

Agency:City of Beaumont Planning Deparmtent (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$31 administration fee + $4 state mandated fee + fee ddetermined by business type

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$31 administration fee + $4 state mandated fee + fee ddetermined by business type

Due:

Annually by June 30

City of Benicia Business License

Agency:City of Benicia - Business License (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$18 processing fee + $4 state CASp fee + additional fees based on the nature of the business and gross receipts

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$18 processing fee + $4 state CASp fee + additional fees based on the nature of the business and gross receipts

Due:

Annually by March 31

City of Berkeley Business License

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

New Business License Application

Filing Method:

Paper

Agency Fee:

Varies from $51 – $77, plus a 1-time registration fee of $25

Turnaround:

3 days - 6 months

How to Apply:

Address must be verified by staff as being in the City's database.

Registration Renewal

Form:

General Renewal Application

Filing Method:

Paper

Agency Fee:

Varies based on gross receipts

Due:

Annually by January 1st

City of Beverly Hills Business Tax Certificate

Agency:City of Beverly Hills - Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Notes:

Once the application has been accepted you will receive an email regarding the amount due and how to make a payment.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Annually by December 31

City of Brawley Business License

Agency:City of Brawley Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Brea Business License

Agency:City of Brea (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No
Requirement Notes:

An application for a Certificate of Occupancy is also required in order to obtain a business license. A commercial or industrial building, or suite, cannot be occupied without first obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Rates vary according to the type of business.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Rates vary by business type. 

Due:

Annually by January 1.

City of Buena Park Business License

Agency:City of Buena Park Finance Department - Business License Office (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type + $4 state mandated fee

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (renewal) 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type + $4 state mandated fee

Due:

Annually by the last day of the quarter. 

City of Burbank Business License

Agency:City of Burbank Community Development Department - Building Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:
Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Registration fee (prorated fees available) + fee determined by basic tax + employee fee 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online, links to the portal are emailed 

Agency Fee:

 Fee determined by basic tax + employee fee 

Due:

Annually by January 31. 

City of Burlingame Business License

Agency:City of Burlingame Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business start date. See fee schedule here

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$100 + state fee 

Due:

Annually by June 30

Calistoga Business License

Agency:Calistoga Administrative Services Department - Finance Services Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business services and number of employees. See the List of Business Descriptions for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business services and number of employees. See the List of Business Descriptions for details.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Camarillo Business Tax / License

Agency:City of Camarillo Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

If the business is located in Camarillo, you must check with the Community Development Department - Planning Division at (805) 388-5360 to determine if the proposed business and location is in compliance with applicable regulations and if additional permits/licenses are required for operating the business

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type

Required Attachments:
  • Employee identification # is REQUIRED. Sole owner or partnerships are required to provide social security #s for all owners/partners. LLC, Limited Partnership, Trust or Corporations are required to provide a FEIN or SEIN for the business.
  • CONTRACTORS; Prior to Finance signoff on a Compliance Inspection Form you will be required to submit a Construction Project List.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type. 

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

Campbell Business License

Agency:Campbell Finance Department (CA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on business services. See the Business License Fee Schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on business services. See the Business License Fee Schedule for details.

Due:

Annually by the registration anniversary date.

City of Canyon Lake Business License - Out of City Business

Agency:City of Canyon Lake (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

There are circumstances under which the business can be granted exemption from the business license requirements.  Such exemptions must be requested on the attached application and acceptable proof presented that shows the business meets one or more of the following criteria:

  • The business is a nonprofit organization as defined in Section 501 (c)(1), (2) or (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as it currently exists or is hereafter amended;
  • The business is exempt from local taxation by of the Constitution or applicable statutes of the United States or the State of California;
  • The business is a public utility which pays a franchise tax the City based on gross receipts. (The exemption applies only to the business conducted under the franchise agreement);
  • A peddler, solicitor or other person entitled to exemption from the payment of any license provided for in this chapter upon the ground that such license casts an unreasonable burden upon his/her right to engage in commerce with foreign nations, or among the several States, or conflicts with the regulations of the United States Congress respecting interstate commerce; or
  • A business engaged in growing livestock, or agricultural products for sale or disposal by the growers themselves.
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Out of City Business License Registration

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$161 application fee + $24 asspcoate fee (if applicable) + $8 decal fee (per vehicle) + $4 state mandated fee = $197 (at minimum) 

Turnaround:

2-3 weeks

Notes:

All out of city business entering the private community are required to purchase a City of Canyon Lake decal. The decal is valid from January 1 through December 31 of each year. Decals are to be placed on the inside lower left corner of the windshield (driver’s side). If you do not obtain a City decal, you will be denied entry at the gates.

Required Attachments:
  • Copy of California Driver’s License/ID of business owner or Corporate Officer
  • Letter of authorization to pull permits on owner/company’s behalf
  • Proof of Fictitious Business Name Statement (DBA) with the County of Riverside Clerk’s Office
  • Articles of Incorporation (AOI), Limited Liability Company (LLC), Limited Partnership (LP) filed with the Secretary of State
  • Sales Tax/ Sellers Permit filed with the State Board of Equalization
  • Contractor’s State License
  • Cosmetology/Barberie State License
  • State Bar License
  • Medical Board State License (i.e. medical, dental, acupuncture)
  • Real Estate License
  • Broker License
  • California Tax Education Council (CTEC) License
  • Alcohol and Beverage Control License
  • Health Permit
  • Any Federal, State or County permit or license

Registration Renewal

Form:

There is a renewal form that is mailed out each year for renewals. One renewal letter in the beginning of November and a second renewal letter in the beginning of January for those that have not renewed yet.

Agency Fee:

$130

Turnaround:

2-3 weeks 

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Carlsbad Business License

Agency:City of Carlsbad Finance Department - Business License Office (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Varies by annual gross receipts. The minimum fee is $34.

Turnaround:

4-6 weeks

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by annual gross receipts. The minimum fee is $34.

Due:

Annually by the first day of the registration anniversary month.

City of Carpinteria Business License

Agency:City of Carpinteria Administrative Services and Finance Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type. 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type. 

Due:

Annually by June 30. 

City of Carson Business License

Agency:City of Carson - Finance Department - Revenue Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Notes:

Payment is not required when applying. You will receive an email within 10 business days with the amount due and how to make a payment.

Required Attachments:
  • State license, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Annually by the last day of the month in which the business was registered

City of Cathedral City Business License

Agency:City of Cathedral City (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application

 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type see application for more details + $84 processing fee + $4 state fee 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type see application for more details + $84 processing fee + $4 state fee 

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

City of Chico Business License Tax

Agency:City of Chico Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Tax Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

If your estimated gross annual receipts are less than or equal to $5,000 you are not required to pay a business license tax. 

The fee varies based upon the number of employees:

  • 1 person: $29
  • 2-5 people: $44
  • 6-10 people: $54
  • 11-15 people: $64
  • 16-20 people: $74
  • 21-25 people: $84
  • 26+ people: $84 + $1 for every additional person

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

If your gross annual receipts are less than or equal to $5,000 you are not required to pay a business license tax. 

The fee varies based on the number of employees:

  • 1 person: $29
  • 2-5 people: $44
  • 6-10 people: $54
  • 11-15 people: $64
  • 16-20 people: $74
  • 21-25 people: $84
  • 26+ people: $84 + $1 for every additional person

City of Chino Hills Business License - Out of City

Agency:City of Chino Hills Department of Community Development (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application

Instructions:

Call HdL at (909) 740-3187 to apply over the phone for business license application.

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$16.20 business license fee + $4 State mandated fee = $20.20

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$16.20 business license fee + $4 State mandated fee = $20.20

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

Chula Vista Business License

Agency:City of Chula Vista Finance Department (CA)

Registration Renewal

Coachella Business License

Agency:City of Coachella Business License Section (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application Form

Agency Fee:

Depends on business classification and gross receipts.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application Form (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

Depends on business classification and gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Colton Business License

Agency:City of Colton Development Services (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determind by gross reciepts 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by gross reciepts 

Due:

For businesses located outside of the city:

  • Licenses expire annually on June 30 and must be renewed by September 1.

For businesses located in the city:

  • Licenses expire annually on December 31 and must be renewed by March 1.

City of Commerce Business License

Agency:City of Commerce - HDL Business Support Center (CA)
Law:

Commerce, Cal., Municipal Code § 5.04

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on number of employees and size of business

Required Attachments:

Zoning Verification Packet, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the number of employees and size of business

Due:

Annually by January 1

Penalties:

Penalty of 50% of the amount due for each month the license fee remains unpaid. Penalty shall not exceed the total amount due. 

City of Compton Business License

Agency:City of Compton - Community Improvement Services (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts + $4 state CASp fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts + $4 state CASp fee

Penalties:

Annually by date of issuance

City of Concord Business License

Agency:City of Concord - Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$24 registration fee + $4 CASp fee + additional fees determined by the nature of the business

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$24 registration fee + $4 CASp fee + additional fees determined by the nature of the business

Due:

Annually by date of issuance

City of Corcoran Business License

Agency:City of Corcoran Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

Fees are determined by gross reciepts and business type. 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Forms are mailed out before the first week of June. 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fees are determined by gross reciepts and business type. 

Due:

Annually by July 31. 

City of Corona Business License

Agency:City of Corona Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type. 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type. 

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

City of Coronado Business Certificate

Agency:City of Coronado Community Development Department
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business Certificate Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

$25 annual fee + $4 State mandated fee

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business Certificate Renewal Application 

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

$25 annual fee + $4 State mandated fee

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance. Renewal notices can be mailed or emailed. 

Costa Mesa Business License

Agency:City of Costa Mesa Finance Department - Business License Desk (CA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on business services and gross receipts.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on business services and gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by the first day of the month the license was issued in.

City of Cotati Business License

Agency:City of Cotati - Finance Department (CA)
Law:

Cotati, Cal., Municipal Code § 5.04

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business. Applications submitted after July 1 will be prorated to 50%.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

License tax fees vary based on the nature of the business.

Due:

Annually by December 31

Covina Business License

Agency:City of Covina Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:
  • Fees vary by annual gross receipts.
  • No payment will be required until your application has been reviewed and accepted. Within 3-4 weeks, you will receive an email containing the amount due and instructions on how to make payment online.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by annual gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Culver City Business Tax Certificate

Agency:Culver City - Business Resource Center (CA)
Law:

Culver City, Cal., Municipal Code § 11.01

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business and estimated gross receipts.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by January 1

City of Cupertino Business License

Agency:City of Cupertino Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by business activity. See the Business License Rates document for details.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by business activity. See the Business License Rates document for details.

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Cypress Business License

Agency:City of Cypress Finance and Administrative Services Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

No payment will be required until your application has been reviewed and accepted. You will receive an email verifying the receipt of application. Within 3 business days you will receive an email containing the amount due and instructions on how to make payment online.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Depends on gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by June 30.

City of Davis Business License

Agency:City of Davis Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

First year estimated gross reciepts + $10 registration fee + $4 State mandated fee + tax group fee + gross reciepts bracket + business license tax 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

Tax group fee + gross reciepts bracket + business license tax + $10 registration fee + $4 State mandated fee

Due:

Annually by January 1.

Penalties:

A 10% penalty will be assessed on the delinquent date and an additional 10% for each month delinquent thereafter.

Dixon Business License

Agency:City of Dixon Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

Varies by business services. See application for details.

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$74 for most businesses

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Downey Business License

Agency:City of Downey Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

$31 application fee + $4 State mandated fee + fee based on fee schedule

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Renewal Application 

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

$31 application fee + $4 State mandated fee + fee based on fee schedule. 

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. Renewal notices are mailed. 

City of Dublin Business License

Agency:City of Dublin Community Development Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$96 new business fee + $4 state mandated fee 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Renewal notices are mailed and can be mailed back. 

Agency Fee:

$27 + $4 state mandated fee

Due:

Annually by Septemeber 30. 

City of Eastvale Business Registration

Agency:City of Eastvale - Business Registration (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$98 registration fee + $4 state CASp fee

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of DBA/Fictitious Business Name filing
  • Formation documents filed with the California Secretary of State (corporations, LLCs, partnerships)
  • Seller's permit from California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$60 registration fee + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Annually by date of issuance

Penalties:

$60 late fee after 30 days late

City of El Cajon Business License

Agency:City of El Cajon - Finance Department - Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature and location of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature and location of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Annually by December 31

City of El Centro Business License

Agency:City of El Centro Department of Finance (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business location (home based or out of town) + $161.52 application fee

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

Determined by business location (home based or out of town) + $161.52 application fee

Due:

Annually by January 1.

Elk Grove Business License

Agency:City of Elk Grove Business License Office (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$16 minimum fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$16 minimum fee

Due:

Biennially by the date of issuance.

City of Emeryville Business License

Agency:City of Emeryville Department of Finance - Business License Office (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

New Business License Application

Agency Fee:

$61 administrative fee + $25 minimum business license tax

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Renewal Applications

Agency Fee:

$10 renewal fee + business tax amount

Due:

Annually by January 1.

City of Escondido Business License

Agency:City of Escondido (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by estimated gross reciepts. 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by gross reciepts. 

Due:

Annually by June 30. 

Fairfield Business License

Agency:City of Fairfield Community Development Department - Business Licensing Section (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on your business classification and estimated gross receipts. See the License Tax Table for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on your business classification and annual gross receipts. See the License Tax Table for details.

Due:

Licenses expire annually on December 31 and renewals can be submitted between January 1 and January 31.

City of Fillmore Business License

Agency:City of Fillmore Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type. See fee schedule here + $25 application fee + $5 state fee 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type. See fee schedule here + $25 application fee + $5 state fee 

Due:

Annually by June 30

City of Folsom Business License Certificate

Agency:City of Folsom Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by estimated gross reciepts. 

Law:

 (Ord. 762 § 2 (part), 1993)

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by gross reciepts. 

Due:

Annually by June 30.

City of Fontana Business Certificate

Agency:City of Fontana - Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$35 application fee + $4 state CASp fee + annual business tax (based on estimated annual gross receipts)

Notes:
  • Contractors who are pulling permits must contact the Planning Department before applying for a business license
  • Business licenses tied to a home address are not accepted online
Required Attachments:
  • Articles of Incorporation, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$15 application fee + $4 state CASp fee + annual business tax (based on annual gross receipts)

Due:

Annually by the last day of the month before the initial month of registration. So if a business commenced operations on July 15, the renewal would be due June 30. 

Foster City Business License

Agency:Foster City Financial Services Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

Minimum fee of $100. See Business License Tax Worksheet on the application for details.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Renewal

Agency Fee:

Varies by annual gross receipts and services offered.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Fountain Valley Business License

Agency:City of Fountain Valley Business License Division
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type. 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type. 

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

City of Fremont Business Tax Certificate

Agency:City of Fremont Finance Department - Revenue Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Upon submitting your business tax application, you will receive a response within 10 business days, specifying the amount due and payment instructions.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Most business pay a $30 business tax.

Due:

Annually by the end of the month following the expiration month of the business. Expiration dates are December 31, March 31, June 30, and September 30.

City of Fresno Business License

Agency:City of Fresno Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

Before you apply for a new business tax certificate, you are required to obtain a zone clearance for your business location FIRST from the City of Fresno Planning Division. Please contact the Planning Division to begin the approval process at its location in Fresno City Hall, 2600 Fresno St Room 3043, Fresno CA. You may also contact the department at (559) 621-8277 or planning@fresno.gov.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

$10 application processing fee + $4 state mandated fee + $ fee determined by intial tax charge 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Tax return forms are mailed to the business’ mailing address. 

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

$4 state manded fee + $.89 service fee (if paid online) + fee determined by gross reciepts and tax information 

Due:

With a few exceptions, taxes are due within 30 days following the end of a business tax renewal period.  Most tax certificates are renewed every six months and some are renewed on an annual basis. 

Penalties:

 Late fees of at least 20 percent are assessed for tax balances not paid by the due date based on postmark.  This percentage is cumulative and is applied every 30 day period.

Notes:

The Tax Certificate will be valid through the last day of the tax period and will be shown on the certificate. A business is responsible for providing their Business Tax payment within 30 days after the expiration date shown on the tax certificate

Fullerton Business Registration

Agency:City of Fullerton Administrative Services Department - Business Registration Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business Registration Application

Agency Fee:

$17 application fee + $4 AB 1379 fee + $22 zoning review fee + registration fee which varies by business type. See this page for more details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$11 renewal fee + $4 AB 1379 fee + registration fee which varies by business type. See this page for more details.

Due:

Annually by the end of the month prior to the registration anniversary month. For example, if you initially started doing business on September 8th, your renewal would be due annually by August 31.

City of Garden Grove Business Tax License - Out of Town

Agency:City of Garden Grove Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business Tax License Registration (Businesses Based Outside City of Garden Grove)

Filing Method:

Email businesslicense@ggcity.org

Agency Fee:

$42.50 base tax + $25 processing fee + $4 State ADA fee = $71.50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Email businesslicense@ggcity.org

Agency Fee:

Based on gross income. 

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

Gardena Business License

Agency:City of Gardena Department of Community Development (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Email to CDDLicenseandPermitCenter@cityofgardena.org

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by business services and gross receipts. See the fee schedule on this page for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by business services and gross receipts. See the fee schedule on this page for details.

Due:

Licenses expire annually on December 31. Businesses that pay a flat fee must renew by January 31 and businesses that pay a fee based on gross revenues must renew by February 28.

City of Gilroy Business License

Agency:City of Gilroy Business Licensing Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

No payment will be required until your application has been reviewed and accepted. You will receive an email verifying the receipt of application. Within 3 business days you will receive an email containing the amount due and instructions on how to make payment online.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Once the renewal is processed, you will be contacted separately about the fee. 

Turnaround:

After completing the online renewal, you will receive your business license certificate by email. If you choose to receive your business license certificate by mail, please allow 1-3 weeks.

Due:

Annually by the end of June or December. 

City of Glendora Business License

Agency:City of Glendora Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail, online or email Glendora@hdlgov.com

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type, see tax rate schedule

Registration Renewal

Form:

Bussiness License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail, online or email Glendora@hdlgov.com

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type, see tax rate schedule

Due:

Annually by the end of the anniversary month. 

City of Goleta Business License

Agency:City of Goleta Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

See fee schedule here

Turnaround:

30-60 business days

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee schedule here

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Grass Valley Business License

Agency:City of Grass Valley Business Licensing Section (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

See Business Tax Fee Schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

See Business Tax Fee Schedule for details.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Hanford Business License

Agency:City of Hanford Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$40 new business license application fee + $10 administrative fee + $4 state fee + Misc Fee + Downtow Fee

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (Renewal) 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by gross reciepts

Turnaround:

Mail 

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

City of Hawthorne Out-of-City Business License

Agency:City of Hawthorne Licensing Department (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for a Business Tax Certificate/Permit

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on gross receipts.

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on gross receipts.

Due:

Annually.

Original Ink:Not required

City of Healdsburg Business License

Agency:City of Healdsburg Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Registration Renewal

Form:

Application

Agency Fee:

Varies based on gross receipts

Due:

Annually by June 30

Hemet Business License

Agency:City of Hemet Finance Department - Business Licensing Section (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

See this page for details.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Hercules Business License

Agency:City of Hercules Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

New Business Application

Agency Fee:

Varies by annual gross receipts.

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

Varies by annual gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Highland Business License

Agency:City of Highland - Finance Department - Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature and location of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature and location of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance

City of Hillsborough Business License

Agency:Town of Hillsborough Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Registration Renewal

Form:

Businesses that Do Not Require Building Permits Business License Application (ie: Architects, Designers, Gardeners, other Professional Services) 

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

Fee dtermined by business type. See tax schedule here

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

City of Huntington Beach Business License

Agency:City of Huntington Beach Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

$4 State mandated fee + $45 Application Fee + Business License Tax per employee + Home occupation permit (if applicable) + $3.36 automation fee

Registration Renewal

Form:

Renewal form mailed or avaiable online. 

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

$4 State mandated fee + $25 renewal fee + Business License Tax per employee + $1.50 automation fee

Due:

Annually by business start date. 

City of Indio Business License

Agency:City of Indio Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fee is determined by whether or not the business has a commercial location in the City of Indio , located outside of the City of Indio (includes residential rental properties (short vs long) , or is a home occupation.

  • Commercial Location : Estimate gross recipets fee + $448 Code Compliance fee + $84 application fee + $4 state fee
  • Located outside of city : Estimated gross reciepets fee + $84 application fee + $4 state fee
  • Home Occupation : Estimated gross reciepets fee + $223 Code Compliance fee + $84 application fee + $4 state fee 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$42 renewal flat fee + $4 state flat fee + gross receipts fee 

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

City of Inglewood Business License

Agency:City of Inglewood Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Instructions:

You must apply in person. If you need any additional assistance please contact our office at 310-412-5500.

Filing Method:

In person. 

City of Irvine Business License

Agency:City of Irvine Economic Development (CA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$4 state fee + $66 for companies with fewer than 5 employees and $92 for companies with 5 or more employees.

Law:

Code of Ordinances Section 4-6-201

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$4 state fee + $66 license renewal fee

Due:

Annually.

Original Ink:Not required

City of Irwindale Business License

Agency:City of Irwindale Community Development Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type, see fee shcedule + $4 state fee + gross reciepts fee, see gross reciepts fee schedule

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type, see fee shcedule + $4 state fee + gross reciepts fee, see gross receipts fee schedule

Due:

Annually by June 30.

City of Jurupa Valley Business Registration

Agency:City of Jurupa Valley - Business Registration (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:
Filing Method:

Mail or in-person

Agency Fee:

$45 registration fee + $4 state CASp fee

Registration Renewal

Form:
Filing Method:

Mail or in-person

Agency Fee:

$30 registration fee + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Annually by date of issuance

City of La Canada Flintridge Business License

Agency:City of La Canada Flintridge Community Development (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type. See fee schedule here

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type. See fee schedule here. 

Due:

Annually by June 30. 

City of La Mesa Business License

Agency:City of La Mesa - Finance Department - Business Licensing (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature and location of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature and location of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Annually by the last day of the month of initial issuance

City of La Puente Business License - In Town

Agency:City of La Puente Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

In Town Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type + $4 state mandated fee + $150 application review fee

Registration Renewal

Form:

In Town Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type + $4 state mandated fee 

Due:

Annually by the first day of the quarter the license is issued in. 

City of Lake Elsinore Business License - Out of City Business

Agency:City of Lake Elsinore Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application - Out of City

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Business type fee + $4 State CASp fee + $38 process fee

General $72, Professional $94, Contractors $108 (A&B) and $65 (C&D)

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Business type fee + $4 State CASp fee + $38 process fee

General $72, Professional $94, Contractors $108 (A&B) and $65 (C&D)

Due:

Annually by the expiration date. Renewal notices are mailed 30-45 days prior to the expiration of your business license.

City of Lake Forest Voluntary Business Registration

Agency:City of Lake Forest - Economic Development Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

The City of Lake Forest does not require or issue business licenses. Businesses are asked to complete a voluntary, no-cost business registration form to assist the City in maintaining vital records, emergency contact information, and a business mailing list.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

There is no fee to register your business with the City of Lake Forest.

Renewal Not Required

Not required



Business registrations remain active until the City of Lake Forest is otherwise notified.

City of Lakewood Business License - General Contractor

Agency:City of Lakewood Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Business License App Out-of-City Contractor 

Filing Method:

Mail or in-person

Out-of-City Contractors may e-mail new applications.

Agency Fee:

$120.00 + $5.00 per employee + quaretly fees +$4.00 State mandated fee.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application

Business License App Out-of-City Contractor 

Filing Method:

Mail or in-person

Agency Fee:

$120.00 + $5.00 per employee + quaretly fees +$4.00 State mandated fee.

Due:

Annually by June 30. 

City of Livermore Business License

Agency:City of Livermore Administrative Services (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

No payment will be required until your application has been reviewed and accepted. You will receive an email verifying the receipt of application. Within 3 business days you will receive an email containing the amount due and instructions on how to make payment online.

Required Attachments:

Employee identification numbers are required for all new businesses. Sole owner or partnerships are required to provide Social Security number or California driver's license number for all owners/partners. LLC, Limited Partnership, Trust or Corporations are required to provide a Federal Employee Identification Number (FEIN) or State Employee Identification Number (SEIN) for the business.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

City of Livingston Business License

Agency:City of Livingston Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type, see fee schedule

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type, see fee schedule. 

Due:

Annually by June 30. 

City of Lodi Business License

Agency:City of Lodi Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Required Attachments:
  • Employee identification numbers are required for all new businesses.  
    • Sole owner or partnerships are required to provide Social Security number or California driver's license number for all owners/partners.  
    • LLC, Limited Partnership, Trust or Corporations are required to provide a Federal Employee Identification Number (FEIN) or State Employee Identification Number (SEIN) for the business.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees are determined by business type. 

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Long Beach Business License

Agency:City of Long Beach Business License Division (CA)

Registration Renewal

Form:

Renewal information and pin is sent via mail.

Due:

Annually

City of Los Alamitos Business License

Agency:City of Los Alamitos Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail or online 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type, see tax fee schedule + $4 state fee 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by business tpye, see tax fee schedule + $4 state fee

Due:

Annually by July 30. 

Los Angeles Business Registration

Agency:Los Angeles Office of Finance (CA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on gross receipts

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on annual gross receipts

Due:

Annually by February 28

Original Ink:Not required

Los Gatos Business License

Agency:Town of Los Gatos Finance Department - Business License Tax Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Gross Receipt Application

Agency Fee:

Fees are based on annual gross receipts.

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

Fees are based on annual gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Manhattan Beach Business License

Agency:City of Manhattan Beach - Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Email

Agency Fee:

$4 state CASp fee + additional fees determined by the nature of the business and annual gross receipts

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Email

Agency Fee:

$4 state CASp fee + additional fees determined by the nature of the business and annual gross receipts

Due:

Annually by the last day of February

City of Marina Business License

Agency:City of Marina - Business License (CA)
Law:

Marina, Cal., Municipal Code § 5.04 — § 5.24

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on a variety of factors including the nature of a business, the location of a business, and annual gross receipts. 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on a variety of factors including the nature of a business, the location of a business, and annual gross receipts. 

Due:

Annually by June 30

Penalties:

The following penalties apply if a business license is not renewed by July 31:

  • 10% for renewals submitted during the month of August
  • 30% for renewals submitted during the month of September
  • 50% for all renewals submitted October 1 or later

Menifee Business License

Agency:City of Menifee Finance Department - Business License Program (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

See the Fee Schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

See the Fee Schedule for details.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Menlo Business License Tax

Agency:City of Menlo Park Administrative Services Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by annual gross recipets. See more details here.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by gross reciepts. See more details here

Due:

Annually by January 1. 

Millbrae Business License

Agency:City of Millbrae Business License Department (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

$78 processing fee + a fee based on business services and gross receipts

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$52 renewal fee + a fee based on business services and gross receipts

Due:

Annually by June 30.

Milpitas Business License

Agency:City of Milpitas Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

BL Application

Filing Method:

Mail, email, or online.

Agency Fee:

$50 application fee + $57 plan check fee + $4 AB 1379 fee + license fee based on business type and number of employees.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$25 processing fee + $4 AB 1379 fee + license fee based on business type and number of employees.

Due:

Annually by January 1.

Notes:

Renewal notices are mailed 45 days prior to the expiration of your business license.

City of Montclair Business License

Agency:City of Montclair Finance Department - Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fees are determined by business type. 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Renewals are mailed out. 

Agency Fee:

Fees are determined by business type

Due:

Annually by anniversary date. 

City of Montebello Business License

Agency:City of Montebello Business Support Center (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by gross reciepts. 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by gross reciepts. 

Due:

Annually by date of issuance.

City of Monterey Business License

Agency:City of Monterey Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee deterined by business type

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determinedby business type

Due:

Annually by June 30.

City of Moorpark Business License

Agency:City of Moorpark Community Development Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

Before completing this application, you must obtain all applicable permits such as a Zoning Clearance for Occupancy of your business and/or sign permits before paying for and receiving a Business Registration. A Zoning Clearance Permit for occupancy is required for each new business in the city, or each new business location.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

 Business Registration Form

Filing Method:

Businesses located outside of Moorpark may submit their application by mail. Businesses located inside the city must submit their application in person at Moorpark City Hall (Community Development Department).

Agency Fee:

$104

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business Registration Form 

Filing Method:

Businesses located outside of Moorpark may submit their application by mail . Businesses located inside the city must submit their application in person at Moorpark City Hall (Community Development Department)

Agency Fee:

$104

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

City of Moreno Valley Business License

Agency:City of Moreno Valley - Business License Section (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:
Filing Method:

Mail or Online

Agency Fee:
  • $61 application fee + $4 state CASp fee + annual business tax (based on estimated annual gross receipts)
  • Nonprofits will get 30% on fees with proof of 501(c)3 letter

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:
  • $61 processing fee + $4 CASp fee + annual business tax (based on annual gross receipts)
  • Nonprofits will get 30% on fees with proof of 501(c)3 letter
Due:

Business licenses expire annually on December 31 and must be renewed by January 31

City of Morro Bay Business License

Agency:City of Morro Bay City Hall - Administrative Services Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail or online 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type. See fee schedule here

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type. See fee schedule here

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

City of Mountain View Business License

Agency:City of Mountain View Finance and Administrative Services Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail, in-person, or email to BusinessLicense@mountainview.gov

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by the number of employees a business has. The minimum fee is $75.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by the number of employees a business has. The minimum fee is $75.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Murrieta Business License

Agency:Murrieta Department of Finance - Business License Bureau (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business services and gross receipts. See the fee schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business services and gross receipts. See the fee schedule for details.

Due:

Annually by the date of initial registration.

City of Napa Business License

Agency:City of Napa - Business Licenses (CA)
Law:

Napa, Cal., Municipal Code § 5.04

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:
  • Fees vary based on the nature of the business and estimated gross receipts. 
  • All applications for new business licenses will incur a $10 processing fee. 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by January 1

City of National City Business License

Agency:City of National City - Business Licensing Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature and location of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature and location of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Annually by December 31

City of Newport Beach Business License - Out of Town

Agency:City of Newport Beach Finance Department - Revenue Division (CA)
Law:

City of Newport Municipal Code

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$287 + $4 State mandated fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$287 + $4 State mandated fee

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

City of Norco Business License

Agency:City of Norco Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type + $4 state mandated fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type + $4 state mandated fee

Due:

Annually by June 30.

City of Norwalk Business License

Agency:City of Norwalk (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No
Requirement Notes:

The following must be completed before applying for a business license:


1.Check zoning requirements with the City's Planning Division 
2.Get a Home Occupation Permit (Required ONLY if Home Based Business)
3.Get Fictitious Business Name (DBA; Doing Business As) from the LA County Recorder's Office
4.Get Resale Number from CA Department of Tax and Fee Administration - CDTFA (Required ONLY if conducting Sales)
5.Get Tobacco License from CDTFA (Required ONLY if selling tobacco products)
6.Get Health Permit from LA County Department of Health (Required ONLY if selling food products)
7.Submit a completed Business License Application including the Sub –Category page

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fees are determined by business type (professions, service and trade, reatil and wholesale, property rentals and management, and coin-operated and vending machines + $105 processing fee if the business is operating from a commercial area inside the City of Norwalk + a $20 processing fee for out of City businesses + $4 State mandated fee

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fees are determined by business type (professions, service and trade, reatil and wholesale, property rentals and management, and coin-operated and vending machines + $105 processing fee if the business is operating from a commercial area inside the City of Norwalk + a $20 processing fee for out of City businesses + $4 State mandated fee

Due:

Annually by January 31.

Penalties:

If paid after the due date, interest and penalties will apply.

Novato Business License

Agency:City of Novato Finance Department - Business Licensing Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail, email to BL@novato.org, or online.

Agency Fee:

See the Fee Schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

See the Fee Schedule for details.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Oakland Business Tax Certificate

Agency:Oakland Business Tax Office (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$95 : $88 non-refundable registration fee, $4 SB1186 fee, $3 Recordation and Technology Fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

File renewal by mail if the business falls under any of the following:
* Claiming a Small Business Exemption
* Filing a Low Income Housing Exemption Operators of Low Income Housing may renew RAP online.

Agency Fee:

Varies

Due:

Annually by March 1.

City of Oceanside Business License - Out of City

Agency:City of Oceanside Development Services Department - Planning Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$50.00 Administration Fee + $4.00 Disabled Access and Business License Surcharge Fee

Turnaround:

15 days

Registration Renewal

Form:

A renewal form, with applicable administrative fees due, will mailed to the mailing address on file around the 15th of the month in which the license expires.

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

 A business license tax will be assessed based on the gross receipts for the past 12 months, which is 50 cents per $1,000.00 gross receipts with a minimum of $50. Proof of gross receipts, as outlined on the renewal forms, is due at the time of filing. 

Due:

Due annually by the 20th of the month the license expires. 

Ojai Business License

Agency:City of Ojai Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Business License

Agency Fee:

$100 base rate fee + $25 registration fee + $4 state disability access fee + group rate depending on number of employees or gross receipts

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$10 renewal fee + business tax fee (depends on gross receipts and business services)

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Notes:

Renewal notices are sent to licensees in advance of the renewal period.

City of Ontario Business License

Agency:City of Ontario Investments & Revenue Resources (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Varies based on gross receipts; $50 base fee plus $4 Sb-1186 fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies based on gross receipts; $50 base fee plus $4 Sb-1186 fee

Due:

Annually by the last day of the month preceding the month the license was initially issued in. For example, if your license start date was May 1, then your renewal will by due by April 30. 

City of Orange Business License - Outside of City

Agency:City of Orange Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application (Outside) 

Instructions:

After applying online, you'll receive an email when your application is approved, or asking for more detail, or requiring Planning Approval. You can also check the status at any time. If you have questions contact the Business License division at 714-744-2270.

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$56 application fee + $4 State mandated fee + fee determined by classification/tax schedule. See application for more details. 

Required Attachments:
  • Federal Tax ID number (for corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and more)
  • Social Security number (for sole proprietors)
  • Driver's License number (for primary contact)
  • Sellers Permit showing an address in Orange (required for all retail or wholesale businesses)
  • For Hire Motor Carrier of Property license
  • Professional License number - County, State, or Federal
  • Job location and job value (contractors and some outside services)
  • 501(c)(3) - for nonprofit or charitable organizations
  • A Visa or MasterCard Credit Card

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by classification/tax schedule. See application for more details. 

Due:

Annually by date of issuance.

If you have a Gross Receipts Tax Schedule, you will need to state your business's gross revenue (before any expenses) for the last 12 months prior to the expiration date. Your license will be in renewal status and ready to renew online approximately three weeks before the expiration date.

Penalties:

Late penalties are assessed at 25% per month. Failure to receive a renewal notice does not relieve the business owner of the responsibility for renewing the Business License. If three months or more delinquent, a $50 Non-Compliance Fee is added to your account.

Notes:
  • Important information such as a resale number, driver's license number, Tax ID number, or State License number is missing from your account, or other information is needed
  • You are tax exempt
  • Your account is more than six months delinquent
Required Attachments:
  • Business License Account Number
  • Security code from renewal notice (under "Total Due")

City of Oxnard Business License

Agency:City of Oxnard Department of Billing and Licensing (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business Tax Certificate Application

Instructions:

Email application and Credit Card Form to ctlicensing@oxnard.org

Filing Method:

Credit Card Payment Form

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on gross receipts.

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Form:

Renewal Form

Instructions:

A renewal form is mailed to licensees.

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on gross receipts.

Due:

Annually.

Original Ink:Not required

City of Pacific Grove Business License

Agency:City of Pacific Grove - HDL Business License Division (CA)
Law:

Pacific Grove, Cal., Municipal Code § 7.04

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on estimated gross receipts.

Before you Apply:

Commercial and home-based businesses with a Pacific Grove address are required to obtain Zoning clearance from the Community Development Department. The zoning clearance fee is $160.

Required Attachments:
  • Zoning Clearance, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on annual gross receipts

Due:

Annually by July 1

Penalties:

25% penalty of license tax due for each month the tax remains unpaid, not to exceed 50% of the license tax due.

Palm Desert Business License

Agency:City of Palm Desert Code Compliance Division - Business License Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business activities and gross receipts. See the Business License Fee Schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business activities and gross receipts. See the Business License Fee Schedule for details.

Due:

Annually by the end of the month of issuance.

City of Palm Springs Business License

Agency:City of Palm Springs Finance Department ‐ Business License Tax Division (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

New Business License Tax Application

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on industry, specialty, number of vehicles, number of employees, and other factors.

Law:

Palm Springs Municipal Code, Chapter 3

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on industry, specialty, number of vehicles, number of employees, and other factors.

Due:

Annually.

Original Ink:Not required

City of Palmdale Business License

Agency:City of Palmdale - City Manager's Office - Business Licensing Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online (Click "Apply for a Business License")

Agency Fee:

Fee varies based on the nature of the business and number of employees

Notes:

Payment is not required until your application has been approved. 

Required Attachments:
  • Sole owners and partnerships are required to submit a valid form of ID
  • LLCs, Limited Partnerships, Trust, or Corporations are required to provide a FEIN or SEIN
  • Corporations must submit their Articles of Incorporation
  • State License(s), if applicable
  • Seller's Permit, if applicable
  • Industrial Waste Permit, if applicable
  • Health Permit, if applicable
  • If serving or selling Alcoholic beverages contact the Alcoholic Beverage Control Department, and the Planning Division
  • If selling tobacco or firearms contact the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the Planning Division, and the Business Licensing Division. 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online (Click "Renew a Business License")

Agency Fee:

Fee varies based on the nature of the business and number of employees

Due:

Annually by the end of the quarter from which the license was issued in

Notes:

Renewal notices with instructions will be emailed a month before the license expiration. 

Required Attachments:
  • Sole owners and partnerships are required to submit a valid form of ID
  • LLCs, Limited Partnerships, Trust, or Corporations are required to provide a FEIN or SEIN
  • State License(s), if applicable
  • Seller's Permit, if applicable
  • Industrial Waste Permit, if applicable
  • Health Permit, if applicable

Pasadena Business License - General

Agency:Pasadena Department of Finance (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

The general business license category applies to every person engaged in the business of retailing, merchandising, wholesaling, manufacturing, processing, distributing, warehousing or utility services, not otherwise specifically provided for in Chapters 5.04 through 5.16.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$75 plus $15 for each employee in excess of 1.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$75 plus $15 for each employee in excess of 1.

Due:

Annually by August 31.

Pasadena Business License - Professional

Agency:Pasadena Department of Finance (CA)
Law:

Pasadena Code of Ordinances 5.08.130 and 5.16.030

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

The professional business license category applies to every person engaged in or carrying on any profession where profession means:

  • Architect

  • Attorney

  • Certified public accountant

  • Chiropodist or podiatrist

  • Chiropractor

  • Dentist

  • Engineer (all types)

  • Land surveyor

  • Landscape architect

  • Optometrist

  • Osteopathic physician

  • Physician and surgeon

  • Psychologist

  • Public accountant

  • Shorthand reporter (general reporting only)

  • Veterinarian

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

For the first professional—$200;
For each additional professional—$100;
For each nonprofessional employee—$15

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

For the first professional—$200;
For each additional professional—$100;
For each nonprofessional employee—$15

Due:

Annually by March 31.

Pasadena Business License - Service

Agency:Pasadena Department of Finance (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$75.00 plus $15.00 for each employee in excess of 1.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$75.00 plus $15.00 for each employee in excess of 1.

Due:

Annually by May 31.

City of Perris Business License

Agency:City of Perris Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee is determined by number of employess and estimated gross reciepts + $4 state mandated fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by number of employess and gross reciepts + $4 state fee

Due:

Annually by January 1 or July 1, depending on what part of the year the license was obtained.

City of Pico Rivera Commercial/Industrial General Business License

Agency:City of Pico Rivera Business Licensing Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Commericial/Industrial General Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

Fees for the business license vary by the type of business and/or anticipated gross receipts. The current fee for a Certificate of Occupancy is $250.

Law:

The City of Pico Rivera Municipal Code (Section 5.08.010)

Required Attachments:

Certificate of occupancy.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Commercial/Industrial General Business License Application (Renewal). 

Filing Method:

Mail or online. 

Agency Fee:

Fees for the business license vary by the type of business and/or anticipated gross receipts. The current fee for a Certificate of Occupancy is $250.

Due:

Due by anniversary date. 

Before you Apply:

Certificate of Occupancy.

Piedmont Business License

Agency:City of Piedmont City Clerk’s Office (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

$100 license fee + $4 disability access fee

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$100 renewal fee for businesses with less than $50k in gross receipts. If gross receipts are greater than $50k, then multiply gross receipts by .002 for the fee amount.

Due:

Annually by the registration anniversary date.

City of Pismo Business License

Agency:City of Pismo Beach Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Gross Receipts Business License Application

Filing Method:

Online, email, fax, or mail. 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by gross reciepets + $4 state fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by gross reciepts + $4 state fee

Due:

Annually by September 30. 

Pleasanton Business License

Agency:City of Pleasanton Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Tax Application

Agency Fee:

Varies by gross receipts:

  • $25 for $0-$24,999 in gross receipts
  • $50 for $25,000-$99,999 in gross receipts
  • $75 for $100,000-$249,999 in gross receipts
  • $.30 per $1,000 for $250,000 and above in gross receipts

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by gross receipts:

  • $25 for $0-$24,999 in gross receipts
  • $50 for $25,000-$99,999 in gross receipts
  • $75 for $100,000-$249,999 in gross receipts
  • $.30 per $1,000 for $250,000 and above in gross receipts
Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Pomona Business License

Agency:City of Pomona Business License Unit (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees are based on gross receipts. See the Business License Tax Schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees are based on gross receipts. See the Business License Tax Schedule for details.

Due:

Annually by the end of the assigned quarterly period. Due dates are December 31, March 31, June 30, or September 30. 

City of Rancho Cordova Business License

Agency:City of Rancho Cordova - Department of Finance (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$103 (includes State SB 1186 fee)

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$103 (includes State SB 1186 fee)

Due:

Annually by date of issuance

Rancho Cucamonga Business License

Agency:Rancho Cucamonga Business Licensing Division (CA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on business services and gross receipts.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on business services and gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by the registration anniversary date.

City of Rancho Mirage Business License

Agency:City of Rancho Mirage - Business Licenses (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application & Fee Schedule

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business and number of employees + $4 state CASp fee

Required Attachments:
  • Notarized Letter of authorization, if applying on behalf of the business owner
  • Proof of business name (DBA filing or formation documents filed with the California Secretary of State)
  • State License, if applicable
  • Health License, if applicable
  • CVAG over-seeding & CVWD water conservation certificate, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application & Fee Schedule (renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business and number of employees + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Annually by the last day of the month preceding the month the license was initially issued

Required Attachments:
  • Notarized Letter of authorization, if applying on behalf of the business owner
  • Proof of business name (DBA filing or formation documents filed with the
  • California Secretary of State)
  • State License, if applicable
  • Health License, if applicable
  • CVAG over-seeding & CVWD water conservation certificate, if applicable

Rancho Palos Verdes Business License

Agency:Rancho Palos Verdes Finance Department - Business License Office (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by gross receipts and services provided.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by gross receipts and services provided.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Redding Business License

Agency:City of Redding City Clerk's Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Registration Renewal

Form:

Application

Agency Fee:

Varies based on business activities

Due:

Annually by month license is obtained

Redlands Business License

Agency:City of Redlands Management Services / Finance Department - Revenue Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business activity and gross receipts. See Chapter 5.08 of the City Code of Redlands for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business activity and gross receipts. See Chapter 5.08 of the City Code of Redlands for details.

Due:

Annually by July 1.

City of Redondo Beach Business License

Agency:City of Redondo Beach Financial Services Department - Licensing Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Email blmail@redondo.org

Agency Fee:

See Master Fee Schedule + $4 state fee 

Required Attachments:
  • Copy of Seller’s Permit
  • Copy of IRS letter verifying Tax ID (EIN) number
  • Copy of Fictitious Business Name (DBA) filing with LA County
    Registrar-Recorder Office
  • Copy of State of Information filed with the CA Secretary of State
    if business entity is a Corporation or Limited Liability Company
  • Copy of any applicable occupational licenses from the State of
    CA (Doctor, Lawyer, Accountant, Marriage & Family Therapist,
    Real Estate, Cosmetology, Massage, etc.)
  • Completed SB 205 Stormwater Compliance Form

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Email bmail@redpmdp.org

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by Master Fee Schedule + $4 state fee

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

Required Attachments:
  • Copy of Seller's Permit
  • Copy of IRS letter verifying tax id (EIN) number
  • Copy of Fictitious Business Name (DBA) filing with LA County Registrar-Recorder Office
  • Copy of Statement of Information filed with the CA Secretary of State if business entity is a Corporation or Limited Liability Company
  • Copy of any applicable occupational licenses from the State of CA (doctor, lawyer, accountant, real estate, cosmetology, massage, etc.)
  • Completed SB 205 Stormwater Compliance Form

Redwood City Business License

Agency:City of Redwood Finance Department - Revenue Services (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by busines type + $76 base tax + $50 per owners/partners/full time employees

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by busines type + $76 base tax + $50 per owners/partners/full time employees

Due:

Annually by June 30. 

Reedley Business License

Agency:City of Reedley Administrative Services Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Annual Business License Application

Agency Fee:

Varies by business effective date. See Business License Fee Schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Annual Business License Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$25 renewal fee + license tax fee + $4 state fee

Due:

Annually by June 30.

City of Rialto Business License

Agency:City of Rialto Community Development Department (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

New Business License Form

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on business classification.

Turnaround:

Three to four weeks.

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Renewal Form

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on business classification.

Due:

Annually by December 31st for all business except contractors.

Contractor renewals are due one year from the date of issue.

Original Ink:Not required

City of Richmond Business License

Agency:City of Richmond Finance Department – Business License Unit (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on number of employees.

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on number of employees.

Due:

License can be issued quarterly or annually.

Original Ink:Not required

City of Riverside Business License

Agency:City of Riverside Finance Department (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business Tax Application

Agency Fee:

Variable based on number of employees working in Riverside.

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Variable based on number of employees working in Riverside.

Due:

Annually on the last day of the month in which the license was issued.

Original Ink:Not required

City of Roseville Business License

Agency:City of Roseville Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No
Requirement Notes:

Filed Fictitious Name Statement 


First two pages of Articles of Incorporation 


Federal Employers ID Number 


State Employers ID Number 


501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) - Nonprofits

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

Based on business type. See fee schedule here

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Renewal Application 

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

Based on business type. See fee schedule here

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Penalties:

 A 10% per month penalty up to 60% of the license fee is assessed on delinquent accounts.

City of Sacramento Business Operation Tax Registration

Agency:City of Sacramento Department of Finance - Revenue Division (CA)
Requirement Notes:

The City of Sacramento does not issue a general business license, but does require all businesses that operate in the City of Sacramento to obtain a Business Operations Tax certificate.

Initial Registration

Form:

Business Operations Tax Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Varies by business type and gross receipts. See this page for business types descriptions and then this page to calculate the fee.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business type and gross receipts. You can use the calculator on this page to calculate your fee.

Due:

Annually

Salinas Business License

Agency:City of Salinas Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

$6.25 processing fee + $4 ADA state fee + license tax fee based on gross receipts

Notes:
  1. Please fill out the business license application, send it to currplanwebmail@ci.salinas.ca.us for business address approval. If it’s a home address, ask them for a HOP form.
  2. Once the address is approved, please forward that approval to eBizLicense@ci.salinas.ca.us along with your completed business license application and credit card authorization form.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on annual gross receipts.

Due:

Annually

Notes:

Renewal notices are mailed to license holders with instructions for renewing the license online.

City of San Bernardino Business Registration

Agency:City of San Bernardino Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by gross reciepts 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by gross reciepts 

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

City of San Bruno Business License

Agency:City of San Bruno Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type 

Due:

Annually by June 30. 

City of San Clemente Business License

Agency:City of San Clemente (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Based on business type and location. See here. 

Due:

Annually by date of issuance.

Law:

(Prior code § 8-14)

Penalties:

To all business license renewal taxes becoming delinquent as provided in this chapter, there shall be added a penalty of twenty (20) percent of such license tax, or a sum of five dollars ($5.00), whichever is greater, on the first day of each calendar month after the due date thereof, provided that the amount thereby added shall in no event exceed one hundred (100) percent of the business license tax due. The amount added shall become a part of the business license tax and there shall be added thereto six (6) percent simple interest beginning on the day upon which the last amount is added hereunder.

License Void Thirty Days After Becoming Delinquent. .....The current business license shall become void thirty (30) days after becoming delinquent and no business license shall be issued by the License Collector until the business license tax so delinquent, and the penalties added thereto, shall have been paid in full.

San Diego Business Tax Certificate

Agency:City of San Diego Office of the City Treasurer (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

San Diego Business Tax Certificate Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail or online 

Agency Fee:

$34.00 for a business with twelve (12) employees or fewer OR $125.00 plus $5.00 per employee for a business with thirteen (13) employees or more + $4.00 State mandated fee

Turnaround:

Up to two weeks. You will be notified by mail if additional taxes or fees are due, such as: Business Improvement District Assessments; large Business Tax (13 or more employees); late fees; or if additional information is required.

Penalties:

Late fees are assessed for applications received 15 days after the business start date.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$4 renewal fee + $34.00 for a business with twelve (12) employees or fewer OR $125.00 plus $5.00 per employee for a business with thirteen (13) employees or more.

Due:

Annually by the end of the month that comes before the month of initial registration. For example, if you registered in June, your renewal would be due by May 31.

Penalties:

Businesses that fail to pay the tax within 15 days from the business start date will be assessed a latefee
of $25.00 or 10% of the amount owed, whichever is greater. Beginning one calendar month from the due date of the
Business Tax, a penalty of 1% per month will be added to any past due business taxes and late fees.

San Dimas Business License

Agency:City of San Dimas Administration Department - Finance Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

See the Business License Fees sheet for details.

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

See the Business License Fees sheet for details.

Due:

Annually by the registration anniversary date.

San Jacinto Business License

Agency:City of San Jacinto Finance Department - Business Licensing Section (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Application Forms

Agency Fee:

Fees are based on the number of full-time employees working in San Jacinto.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees are based on the number of full-time employees working in San Jacinto.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of San Jose Business Tax Certificate

Agency:City of San Jose Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type and the business tax rates found here

Turnaround:

5-10 business days 

Required Attachments:
  • Start date of business in San José
  • Tax Identification Number (FEIN, SSN, and/or TIN)
  • Driver’s License Number (for the principal owner)
  • Telephone number
  • Ownership name(s) & address(es)
  • Address of each location in San José where you do business
  • Valid email address
  • Contractor's Number/Type (If applicable)
  • State Sellers Permit Number (If applicable)
  • County Health Permit Number (If applicable)

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type and bussiness tax rates found here

Due:

Annually by the 15th day of the calendar month in which the business began.

City of San Juan Capistrano Business License

Agency:City of San Juan Capistrano Finance Department - Business license Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Email businesslicenses@sanjuancapistrano.org

Agency Fee:

See fee schedule on application.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Email businesslicenses@sanjuancapistrano.org

Agency Fee:

See fee schedule on application. 

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

San Leandro Business License

Agency:City of San Leandro - Finance Department (CA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business services. See the fee schedule on this page for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business services. See the fee schedule on this page for details.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of San Luis Obispo Business License

Agency:City of San Luis Obispo (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$89.52 + any additional fees based on the location and type of business + fee determined by gross reciepts 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$89.52 + any additional fees based on the location and type of business + fee determined by gross reciepts 

Due:

Annually by June 30.

City of San Marcos Business License

Agency:City of San Marcos - Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online (select the link based on the location of your business)

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature and location of the business + $4 state CASp fee + 2% transaction fee for credit/debit cards or $1 transaction fee for e-checks

Required Attachments:
  • State license, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature and location of the business + $4 state CASp fee + 2% transaction fee for credit/debit cards or $1 transaction fee for e-checks

Due:

Annually by the last day of the month of initial registration

City of San Marino Business License

Agency:City of San Marino Planning and Building Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Proof of Workers' Compensation insuance 

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

City of San Mateo Business Tax License

Agency:City of San Mateo Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:
  • The City of San Mateo Municipal Code requires all persons or businesses doing business in the City of San Mateo to pay an annual business tax (also sometimes called a business license). The payment of this tax is required prior to the commencement of business in San Mateo.
  • After payment of the annual business tax is made, the business will receive a business tax certificate by mail which evidences that the applicable tax has been paid for the period indicated on the certificate. This certificate must be displayed conspicuously in the place of business.

  • The business tax certificate does not indicate clearance or approval for zoning, fire code, occupancy, or any other City, County, State or Federal permit or license which may be required. It is the responsibility of the business to ensure that it is in compliance with all legal requirements

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

No payment will be required until your application has been reviewed and accepted. You will receive an email letting you know that you've received the application. Within five business days you will receive an email containing the amount due and instructions on how to make a payment online.

Before you Apply:
  • Employee identification numbers are required for all new businesses. Sole owner or partnerships are required to provide Social Security numbers for all owners/partners. LLC, Limited Partnership, Trust or Corporations are required to provide a Federal Employee Identification Number (FEIN) or State Employee Identification Number (SEIN) for the business

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Turnaround:

10 business days

Due:

Renewals depend on what cycle your business is on (what time of the year the business applied).The expiration dates are quarterly – 3/31, 6/30, 9/30 & 12/31

Notes:

Renewal notices are mailed 45 days prior to the expiration of your business license. If any of the information printed on the renewal is incorrect you must renew by mail or in person.

San Rafael Business License

Agency:City of San Rafael Business License Division (CA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business services and gross receipts.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business services and gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by January 1.

City of San Ramon Business License

Agency:City of San Ramon Administrative Services Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

Varies by business activity; minimum of $54.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

Varies by business activity; minimum of $54.

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Sand City Business License

Agency:Sand City Finance Department (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on business services and annual gross receipts.

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on business services and annual gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by June 30.

Notes:

Renewal notices will be sent to licensees prior to the expiration date.

Santa Ana Business License

Agency:City of Santa Ana Finance and Management Services (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Tax Application

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on type of business.

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on type of business.

Due:

Annually.

Original Ink:Not required

Santa Barbara Business License

Agency:City of Santa Barbara Business Licensing Department (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

Varies by gross receipts and business services. See the application for details.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

Varies by gross receipts and business services. See the application for details.

Due:

Annually by the registration anniversary date.

Santa Clara Business License

Agency:City of Santa Clara Municipal Services Division - Business Tax Unit (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

All businesses are required to have a valid business license from the City of Santa Clara in order to transact business or occupy space in the City. Businesses located outside of the City but conducting business activity within city limits are also required to have a Santa Clara business license.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail, in-person, or online.

Agency Fee:

For Businesses with a Fixed Place of Business within the City of Santa Clara:

  • $45 per employee (maximum fee of $350,000)

 

For Businesses Outside the City of Santa Clara that conduct business in Santa Clara:

  • $0 per employee for employees operating 1-5 days within the city limits
  • $11.25 per employee for employees operating 6-64 days within the city limits
  • $22.50 per employee for employees operating 65-129 days within the city limits
  • $45 per employee for employees operating 130+ days within the city limits

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

For Businesses with a Fixed Place of Business within the City of Santa Clara:

  • $45 per employee (maximum fee of $350,000)
     

For Businesses Outside the City of Santa Clara that conduct business in Santa Clara:

  • $0 per employee for employees operating 1-5 days within the city limits
  • $11.25 per employee for employees operating 6-64 days within the city limits
  • $22.50 per employee for employees operating 65-129 days within the city limits
  • $45 per employee for employees operating 130+ days within the city limits
Due:

Annually by the registration anniversary date.

City of Santa Cruz Business License

Agency:City of Santa Cruz Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online 

Agency Fee:

See Business License Tax Fee Schedule  for a break down of fees. 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online 

Agency Fee:

See Business License Tax Fee Schedule for break down of fees. 

Due:

Annually by June 30. 

Santa Fe Springs Business License

Agency:City of Santa Fe Springs Finance and Administrative Services Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business Application Form

Agency Fee:

$100 base fee + $50 processing fee + $4 disability access fee + $4 for every additional employee after 5 and $2 for every additional employee after 300 (this fee is prorated based on when you apply)

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$100 base fee + $35 processing fee + $4 disability access fee + $4 for every additional employee after 5 and $2 for every additional employee after 300

Due:

Annually by June 30 for businesses located within the city. Businesses located outside of the city renew annually by the end of the registration anniversary month.

City of Santa Maria Business License

Agency:City of Santa Maria (CA)
Law:

Santa Maria Municipal Code 

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Storm Water Form 

Instructions:

Submit the completed business license application to the Community Development Department, Planning Division. 110 S. Pine Street, Suite 101, Santa Maria, CA 93458. 

The business license application fee and tax may be paid at the Finance Division (206 E. Cook St. - Business Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type. 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

City of Santa Monica Business License

Agency:City of Santa Monica Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

Varies by business activity. See the rate chart for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business activity. See the rate chart for details.

Due:

Annually by June 30

Santa Rosa Business Tax Certificate

Agency:City of Santa Rose Business Tax Division (CA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees are based on gross receipts: $25 plus $0.34 per every $1,000 in gross receipts ($3,000 is the maximum fee)

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees are based on gross receipts: $25 plus $0.34 per every $1,000 in gross receipts ($3,000 is the maximum fee)

Due:

Annually by January 1.

City of Santee Business License

Agency:City of Santee - Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$101 application fee + $4 state CASp fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$37 licence fee + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Annually by date of issuance

City of Saratoga Business License

Agency:City of Saratoga Community Development Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$30 new application fee + annual business license tax + $4 state fee + fees determined by business, see fee schedule sheet

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$15 renewal fee + $4 state fee + annual business tax fee, see fee schedule sheet

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

City of Sierra Madre Business License

Agency:City of Sierra Madre Administration Services Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Email permits@cityofsierramadre.com

Agency Fee:

$342 general business fee, $318 state license contractor fee, $160 30 day contractor fee, $234 home occupation fee 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Registraiton Application (Renewal) 

Filing Method:

Email permits@cityofsierramadre.com

Agency Fee:

$181 general business fee , $211 stat elicense contractor fee, $107 30 day contractor fee, $128 home occupation fee 

Due:

Annually by January 1. 

City of Signal Hill Business License

Agency:City of Signal Hill - Business Support Center (CA)
Law:

Signal Hill, Cal., Municipal Code § 5.04 — § 5.32

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business.

Required Attachments:

Home Occupation form, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business.

Due:

Annually by January 1

Penalties:

If the tax remains unpaid after January 1, a penalty of 10% of the tax due shall be added to the total for each month the tax remains unpaid. The penalty shall not exceed 50% of the tax in the aggregate. 

City of Solvang Business License

Agency:City of Solvang (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business Certificate Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$34

Registration Renewal

Form:

Renewal forms are mailed out 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$34

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Sonoma Business License

Agency:City of Sonoma Finance Department (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

City of Sonoma Business License Application

Filing Method:

In-person, mail, or online.

Agency Fee:

The business license fee is based on the type of business. See the fee schedule or application for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

The business license fee is based on the type of business. See the fee schedule or application for details.

Due:

Licenses expire annually on December 31 and must be renewed by February 1 to avoid late fees.

City of South Lake Tahoe Business License

Agency:City of South Lake Tahoe Finance Department - Revenue Service Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

New Business License Application Form 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by gross receipts. 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business and Professions Tax Renewal Form 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by gross receipts. 

Due:

Annually by July 1. 

City of South San Francisco Business License

Agency:City of South San Francisco Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type. See fee schedule here

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type. See fee schedule here

Due:

Annuallly by January 1. 

Stanton Business License

Agency:City of Stanton Business Licensing Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:
  • Varies by number of employees and services provided.
  • No payment will be required until your application has been reviewed and accepted. You will receive an email verifying the receipt containing the amount due and instructions on how to make payment online.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by number of employees and services provided.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Stockton Business License

Agency:City of Stockton - Revenue Services Division - Business License Tax (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Email

Agency Fee:

$24 registration fee + $4 state CASp fee + additional fees determined by the nature of the business

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$24 registration fee + $4 state CASp fee + additional fees determined by the nature of the business

Due:

Annually by the 1st day of the month following the expiration date of the license

Notes:

Renewal forms and instructions will be sent 30-60 days before the expiration of the license

City of Suisun City Business License

Agency:City of Suisun City Administrative Services Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

Determined by business type and gross recipets, see fee schedule + $24.90 safety inspection fee + $.027 per square foot 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Renewal forms are mailed. 

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Sunnyvale Business License

Agency:Sunnyvale Department of Finance - Business Licensing Section (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by the number of employees or the number of rental units (whichever is higher). See the fee chart on the application for details.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by the number of employees or the number of rental units (whichever is higher). See the fee chart on the application for details.

Due:

Biennially by January 1.

Sutter Creek Business License

Agency:City of Sutter Creek City Administration Office (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

$174

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$174

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Temecula Business License

Agency:City of Temecula - Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application Packet

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:
  • $35 registration fee + $4 state CASp fee 
  • Nonprofits & Veterans: $4 state CASp fee
Notes:

If submitting an online application, do not include credit card information. An invoice will be sent via email.

Required Attachments:
  • 501(c)3 letter, if applicable
  • DD214, if applicable
  • Fictitious Business Name Certificate that has been filed and stamped by Riverside County
  • Articles of Incorporation/Organization or other formation documents filed with the California Secretary of State
  • Seller's Permit, if applicable
  • State License, if applicable
  • Any county, state, or federal permits required, if applicable
  • Solicitor's Permit/Taxi Permit/Secondhand Dealer/Pawnbroker License obtained from Temecula Police Department, if applicable
  • Liquor or Tobacoo License, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:
  • $35 registration fee + $4 state CASp fee 
  • Nonprofits & Veterans: $4 state CASp fee
Due:

Annually by January 31

Penalties:
  • $15 if not renewed by January 31
  • $35 if not renewed by March 1

City of Thousand Oaks Business License

Agency:City of Thousand Oaks Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online 

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by quarter license obtained. See fee schedule for more details. 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by gross recipets and business type 

Due:

Business licenses expire on December 31 of each year and must be renewed by January 1. Licenses may be renewed without penalty through February.

City of Torrance Business License

Agency:City of Torrance Revenue Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

You are required to have a City of Torrance Business License if your company is located in the City of Torrance; will physically be working in the City of Torrance; or will be using your own vehicles to deliver to the City of Torrance.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

Fees will be discussed over the phone with the Business License Office, 310-618-5923

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Annually by January  31. 

Penalties:

Payments received after January 31st are subject to a 1% penalty that increases every three days by 1% up to June 30 when the penalty is 50%.

City of Tracy Business License

Agency:City of Tracy Finance Department - Business Licensing Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Varies by business services. See the Business License Tax and Fee Schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by business services. See the Business License Tax and Fee Schedule for details.

Due:

Annually by June 30.

City of Tustin Business License

Agency:City of Tustin Finance Department - Business License Technician (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by gross reciepts 

Required Attachments:
  • EIN Number
  • Number of Employees at the business location
  • Expected Annual Gross Receipts or number of Units or Vehicles based on 12 months
  • Seller’s Permit Number displaying Tustin business Address (If you sell goods in California you will need this before getting a business license)
  • Federal Tax ID Number obtained from the IRS
  • State Tax ID (If applicable) – obtained from EDD and is dependent upon number of employees
  • SIC Code – Standard Industry Code
  • Corporation, LLC, or Partnership Number (This is assigned by the Secretary of State)
  • Owner, Officer, and/or Partner information:
    •  Name 
    • Home Address 
    • Home Phone or Cell Number
    • Driver’s License Number 
    • Social Security Number for Sole Proprietor
  • Businesses operating within the City limits are required to complete a Zoning form
  • Fictitious Business Name Statement (if the business name is different than the Owner’s surname and/or Corporation/ LLC name)

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by gross reciepts 

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Required Attachments:
  • EIN Number
  • Number of Employees at the business location
  • Expected Annual Gross Receipts or number of Units or Vehicles based on 12
  • months
    Seller’s Permit Number displaying Tustin business Address (If you sell goods in California you will need this before getting a business license)
  • Federal Tax ID Number obtained from the IRS
  • State Tax ID (If applicable) – obtained from EDD and is dependent upon number of employees
  • SIC Code – Standard Industry Code
  • Corporation, LLC, or Partnership Number (This is assigned by the Secretary of State)
  • Owner, Officer, and/or Partner information: 
    • Name 
    • Home Address 
    • Home Phone or Cell Number
    • Driver’s License Number 
    • Social Security Number for Sole Proprietor
  • Businesses operating within the City limits are required to complete a Zoning form
  • Fictitious Business Name Statement (if the business name is different than the Owner’s surname and/or Corporation/ LLC name)

City of Ukiah Business License

Agency:City of Ukiah Business Section (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Registration Renewal

Form:

Application

Agency Fee:

Varies based on fross receipts

Due:

Annually by December 31

City of Upland Business License

Agency:City of Upland Business Licensing Division (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by business activity, gross receipts, and number of employees. See the Fee Schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by business activity, gross receipts, and number of employees. See the Fee Schedule for details.

Due:

Annually by either June 30 or December 31.

Vacaville Business License

Agency:City of Vacaville Finance Division (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Fees are based on the type of business and the number of employees. See the fee schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees are based on the type of business and the number of employees. See the fee schedule for details.

Due:

Annually by April 30.

City of Vallejo Business License

Agency:City of Vallejo - Business Support Center (CA)
Law:

Vallejo, Cal., Municipal Code § 5.04 — § 5.64

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business and estimated gross receipts.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business and annual gross receipts. 

Due:

Annually by June 30

Penalties:

If the license tax is not paid by July 31, a penalty of 10% of the total tax due will be added. If the tax remains unpaid through August 31, a penalty of 40% of the total tax due will be added.

City of Ventura Business License

Agency:City of Ventura Business Tax Office (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

New Business License Application

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on gross receipts and business type (retail, services, or warehousing).

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on gross receipts and business type (retail, services, or warehousing).

Due:

Annually by June 30th.

Original Ink:Not required

City of Victorville In-City Contractor Business License

Agency:City of Victorville - Development Department - Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:
  • $387.88 license fee
  • $177.82 certificate of occupancy fee (if applicable)
Before you Apply:

Before beginning the process, make sure the business type is compatible with the existing zoning for the proposed site. Provide the Assessor’s Parcel Number or street address of the property to the Planning Division at planning@victorvilleca.gov

Required Attachments:
  • State License
  • Fire Operational Permit
  • Fictitious Business Name Statement/Corporate Status, if applicable
  • Home Occupancy Permit, if applicable
  • Sellers Permit, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$387.88 license fee

Due:

Annually by the end of the month in which the license was issued

Required Attachments:
  • State License
  • Fire Operational Permit
  • Home Occupancy Permit, if applicable

City of Victorville Out-of-City Contractor Business License

Agency:City of Victorville - Development Department - Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$87.68

Required Attachments:

State License

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$87.68

Due:

Annually by the end of the calendar month in which the license was issued

Required Attachments:

State License 

City of Visalia Business Tax Certificate

Agency:City of Visalia Business Tax Division (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business Tax Application

Agency Fee:

$30.50 application fee; taxes are assessed based on industry and gross receipts.

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Form:

Declaration of Gross Receipts

Instructions:

The Declaration of Gross Receipts form is mailed to license holders each March.

Agency Fee:

Variable, based on gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by April 30th.

Original Ink:Not required

City of Vista Business License

Agency:City of Vista Finance Department - Business License Office (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

Anyone conducting business in the City of Vista must have a business license.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by annual gross receipts. Minimum of $15

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by annual gross receipts. Minimum of $15

Due:

Annually by September 30. Renewal may be filed as early as 60 days prior to the expiration date.

City of Watsonville Business License

Agency:City of Watsonville Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by business activity. Retail and general businesses (those engaging in any business consisting of selling at retail any goods, wares, merchandise, or commodities, or engaging in any trade, occupation, service, or calling in which the general nature and purpose is retail business) pay a fee based on annual gross receipts:

  • $100 for $100,000 or less in annual gross receipts
  • $150 for between $100,001 and $200,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $200 for between $200,001 and $300,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $250 for between $300,001 and $400,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $300 for between $400,001 and $500,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $350 for between $500,001 and $600,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $400 for between $600,001 and $700,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $450 for between $700,001 and $800,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $500 for between $800,001 and $900,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $550 for between $900,001 and $1,000,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $600 for between $1,000,001 and $1,500,000 in annual gross receipts
  • and $50 for each increment or fraction of $500,000 above $1,500,000.


First-time applicants who will commence business after October 1 pay 3/4 of the application fee, those commencing business after January 1 pay 1/2 the application fee, and those commencing business after April 1 pay 1/4 the application fee.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Update Form

Agency Fee:

Fees vary by business activity. Retail and general businesses (those engaging in any business consisting of selling at retail any goods, wares, merchandise, or commodities, or engaging in any trade, occupation, service, or calling in which the general nature and purpose is retail business) pay a fee based on annual gross receipts:

  • $100 for $100,000 or less in annual gross receipts
  • $150 for between $100,001 and $200,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $200 for between $200,001 and $300,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $250 for between $300,001 and $400,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $300 for between $400,001 and $500,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $350 for between $500,001 and $600,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $400 for between $600,001 and $700,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $450 for between $700,001 and $800,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $500 for between $800,001 and $900,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $550 for between $900,001 and $1,000,000 in annual gross receipts
  • $600 for between $1,000,001 and $1,500,000 in annual gross receipts
  • and $50 for each increment or fraction of $500,000 above $1,500,000.
Due:

Annually by July 1.

West Covina Business License

Agency:City of West Covina Finance Department - Business Licensing Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

See the Business License Tax & Fee Schedule for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

See the Business License Tax & Fee Schedule for details.

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of West Sacramento Non-Local Business License

Agency:City of West Sacramento Community Development Department (CA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$77

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$77

Due:

Annually.

Original Ink:Not required

City of Whittier Business License

Agency:City of Whittier Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees are determined by business type. See common business license rates for more information 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fee determined by business type. See common bussiness license rates for more information. 

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. There are exceptions: Retail businesses and restaurants expire at the end of January. Rentals with 1-3 units expire at the end of April. Rentals with 4 or more units expire at the end of December. Out of City contractors have a 3 month option. 

Notes:

Businesses eligible for online renewal will have a PIN number on the bottom right corner of their renewal form

City of Wildomar Business Registration

Agency:City of Wildomar - Business Registration (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$71 application fee + $4 state CASp fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$46 application fee + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Annually by date of issuance

Town of Windsor Business License

Agency:Town of Windsor Administrative Services Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Registration Renewal

Form:

Application

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$26

Due:

Annually

City of Yorba Linda Business License

Agency:City of Yorba Linda - Finance Department - Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:
  • Fees vary based on the nature of the business + $4 state CASp fee
  • fees are prorated based on the date of initial application

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary based on the nature of the business + $4 state CASp fee

Due:

Annually by June 30

Yuba City Business License

Agency:Yuba City Finance Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$59 administrative fee + $4 standard base service fee + additional fees vary based on gross receipts

Required Attachments:
  • Fictitious Name Statement (Sutter County Clerk) OR Articles of Incorporation
  • Driver's License
  • Zoning Clearance (if applicable)
  • Mobile Food Truck Permit (if applicable)
  • Seller's Permit (if applicable)
  • Health Permit (if applicable)
  • Fire Inspection (if applicable)
  • State License (if applicable)
  • ABC License (if applicable)
  • YCPD Permit or TCP Permit (if applicable)
  • Establishment Permit (if applicable)

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$59 administrative fee + $4 standard base service fee + additional fees vary based on gross receipts

Due:

Licenses expire annually on the last day of February. Renewals are due by March 31.

Notes:

Renewal notices will be emailed and mailed to active licenses at the end of January.

City of Yucaipa Business License

Agency:City of Yucaipa - Finance Department - Business License Division (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$95 license fee + $4 state CASp fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:
  • $51 license fee + $4 state CASp fee (one year)
  • $69 license fee + $4 state CASp fee (two years)
  • $87 license fee + $4 state CASp fee (three years)
Due:

Annually by the first day of the month following the expiration date of the license. So if the license expires on July 25 then the renewal must be submitted by August 1.

Notes:
  • Renewal statements with instructions will be mailed out one month prior to the expiration of the license.
  • Applicants have the option to renew their license for a period of one, two, or three years.

Alameda County Business License

Agency:Alameda County Treasurer-Tax Collector Office (CA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$20 registration fee + $4.00 CASP fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Annually by January 1.

El Dorado County Business License

Agency:El Dorado County Treasurer-Tax Collector (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$46

Due:

Annually

Mendocino County Business License

Agency:County of Mendocino Treasure-Tax Collector Department (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$40 annual business license fee + $424 one time application review fee or $180 for home occupations (this fee is only applicable if the fixed plave of business is situated in the unincorporated area of Mendocino County. 

Notes:

The business license has two periods, March 1 - February 28 and September 1 - August 31. 

Before you Apply:

There are certain business types that will require additional requirements. Please see application for more details. 

San Francisco City & County Business Registration

Agency:City and County of San Francisco Office of the Treasurer & Tax Collector (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Instructions:

You must register within 15 days after commencing your business. Future start dates are not accepted. 

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary and depend on your business activities and gross receipts or payroll expense. See the table on this page under the "How much does it cost to register?" section for details.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees vary and depend on your business activities and gross receipts or payroll expense for the previous fiscal year.

Due:

Registrations expire annually on June 30 and renewals must be submitted by May 31.

San Joaquin County Business License

Agency:San Joaquin County Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office (CA)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

Businesses located in or conducting businesses in the unincorporated areas of San Joaquin County are required to be licensed.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Penalties:

There is a $10 late fee.

Notes:

Renewal forms are sent in the mail every year.

Santa Clara County Business License

Not required



General Business License licensure is not required on the County level in Santa Clara County.

Santa Clara County does not currently issue business licenses.

Ventura County Business Tax Certificate

Agency:Ventura County Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office (CA)

Initial Registration

Form:

Business Tax Certificate Application

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on estimated gross receipts.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on annual gross receipts.

Due:

Annually by July 31.

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