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A trade name is also known as a fictitious name or a DBA (doing business as). A registered business entity can file for Registration of Trade Name (Form T-1) as long as the name is different from its registered name.

The cost to form a California Corporation by filing Articles of Incorporation is $100. If you are planning to drop off the registration documents at the Sacramento office then there is a non-refundable fee of $15.00. You have to reserve a business name prior to filing formation documents to incorporate in California.

Registering Your Business LLCs, Corporations, LPs, LLPs, or GPs operating in California need to register and form their legal entity with the California Secretary of State's Office, file appropriate taxes, register as an employer, and obtain business licenses and other permits from appropriate cities or counties.

For businesses in the US, check state and federal business registrations and trademarks databases United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS) ICANN Domain Name Registration Data Lookup. Office of the Secretary of State (check the state where your business is located)

You can submit your documents in person or through the mail with all required filing fees at the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Corporations, Securities, and Commercial Licensing Bureau, Corporations Division, P.O. Box 30054, 2407 N. Grand River Ave. Lansing, MI 48909.

Section 64-14.406 - Non-Profit Organization Exemption: a business license is not required of any charitable or non-profit institution, corporation, or association organized or conducted for non- profit purposes only and having non-profit tax exempt status under State or Federal law.

FAQs about getting a business license in California While the state doesn't issue or require a business operating license, it regulates and requires licenses or permits for some business activities. Most businesses are, however, required to obtain a business operating license with their county and/or city.