How to Get a Business License In West Valley City, Utah
When doing business in the state of Utah, it is mandatory to acquire a business license. The only time this is not required is when you are a home-based business that grosses less that $1000 per year. If your gross annual income increases above this marker, it is essential to become licensed. Failure to do so can result in state fines and penalties.
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Register a name for your business with the Utah Department Of Commerce. You can do this by visiting either of the two Salt Lake City locations. If you don't want to drive to Salt Lake City, register your name online through the Utah Department Of Commerce's "One Stop" business registration portal.
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Request a state tax ID number for your business if you will be selling taxable products and services to your customers. You can fill out the application for a state tax ID number online through the Utah Department Of Commerce. If you registered your business name using the One Stop portal, you will have the option of simultaneously applying for a state tax ID number.
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Obtain an (EIN) Employer Identification Number from the Internal Revenue Service. The quickest method to get an EIN is to use the "EIN Assistant" application on the IRS website. However, you can also apply by telephone, mail and fax.
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Obtain a business license application from the West Valley City Utah business licensing division. You can download and print these applications from the City Of West Valley Utah website. The exact application you need will vary, as it depends upon the type of business you are licensing.
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Complete the business license application by entering your information, which includes business owner's name, owner's contact information, business name, business type, business address, tax ID number and EIN.
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Submit the completed application and license fee to the West Valley City Utah business licensing division. As of October 2010, the licensing fee is $110. There is an additional fee of $500 for pawn shops and businesses that will sell alcoholic beverages. Salvage yards must also pay an additional $1000.
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