To start a business in Texas, you'll need to register your company name and get a license from the county where you do business. You can also register with the SOS to form a legal entity such as a corporation. Depending on the type of business, you may need additional licenses or permits at the local or state level.
Register with Tarrant County While a general business license is not required in Texas, sole proprietorships and partnerships operating in Fort Worth need to register and file their business name – also known as a DBA ("doing business as") or assumed name – with Tarrant County.
Some businesses can be operated out of a home if they do not increase the level of activity in a neighborhood. These businesses are referred to as home occupations. Certain criteria must be satisfied and licensing may be required.
Register with Tarrant County While a general business license is not required in Texas, sole proprietorships and partnerships operating in Fort Worth need to register and file their business name – also known as a DBA ("doing business as") or assumed name – with Tarrant County.