Delaware requires any person or entity conducting a trade or business in the state to obtain a business license from the Delaware Division of Revenue. This is in addition to any city and/or county business license requirements, depending on the business' location in Delaware. A Delaware business license can be purchased for one or three years, and expires on December 31.
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Delaware's license requirements apply to Delaware entities conducting business in and outside of the state. In addition to the state-issued business license, businesses in certain industries will need to obtain regulatory licenses from the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation and comply with other registration requirements. For example, construction companies must report hiring with the Delaware Department of Labor and be registered with the Department's Office of Contractor Registration. At the local level, a business may need to fulfill another license, certification, and registration obligations. To learn more about the specific registration and licensing requirements in Delaware, click on the Delaware industry or county tabs for more information or to order the proper forms.
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CT Corporation manages the lifecycle of all your business licenses and provides ongoing support for your core business license program.
CT Corporation assembles a business license package with all the licensing applications and instructions your business may need - quickly and accurately.
The State of Delaware does not require an Appraisal Management Company License. However, if your business is providing appraisal services in Delaware, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Delaware Architectural Firm License
License Issued By:
Delaware Division of Professional Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$107 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $107 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Cannabis / Medical Marijuana Dispensary License
License Issued By:
Delaware Office of Medical Marijuana
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$5,000 application fee, $40,000 license fee *
Other Requirements:
Applicants must submit business plans, blueprints, and product labels. Biennial Renewals.
Notes:
Check with the Office of Medical Marijuana to determine if licenses are available at this time.
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application; $5,000 application fee*; $40,000 license fee*; extensive supporting documentation including business plans, blueprints, and product labels; and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Delaware does not require Charitable Solicitation Registration. However, if your business is soliciting charitable donations in Delaware, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
The State of Delaware does not require a Collection Agency License. However, if your business is providing debt collection services in Delaware, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Delaware Commercial Painter License
License Issued By:
Delaware Department of Finance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $75 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Cosmetology License
License Issued By:
Delaware Board of Cosmetology and Barbering
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$93 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $93 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Debt Management License
License Issued By:
Delaware Attorney General's Office
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$2000 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $2,000 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Delaware does not require a Durable Medical Equipment License. However, if your business is selling durable medical equipment in Delaware, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
The State of Delaware does not require a Durable Medical Equipment License. However, if your business is selling durable medical equipment in Delaware, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Delaware Electrical Contractor License
License Issued By:
Delaware Department of Finance's Division of Revenue
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $75 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Delaware does not require an Employment Agency License. However, if your business is acting as an employment agency in Delaware, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Delaware Energy Broker License
License Issued By:
Delaware Public Service Commission
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$750 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Reports
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $750 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual reports.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Engineering Firm License
License Issued By:
Delaware Association of Professional Engineers
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $200 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Delaware does not require a Fertilizer License. However, if your business is dealing in fertilizer in Delaware, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Delaware Fertilizer Product Registration
License Issued By:
Compliance Section of the Delaware Department of Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$28.75 per product *
Other Requirements:
Annual Fees
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $28.75 per product fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual fees.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Delaware does not require Franchise Registration. However, if your business is operating a franchise in Delaware, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Delaware General Contractor License
License Issued By:
Delaware Division of Revenue
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $75 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Home Health Agency License
License Issued By:
Delaware Health and Social Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $500 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Home Improvement Contractor License
License Issued By:
Delaware Department of Finance's Division of Revenue
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $75 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware HVAC License
License Issued By:
Delaware Department of Finance's Division of Revenue
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$109 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $109 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Insurance Agency License
License Issued By:
Delaware Department of Insurance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $100 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Mail-Order Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Delaware Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$340 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $340 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Delaware does not require a Manufactured Home Dealer License. However, if your business is selling manufactured homes in Delaware, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Delaware Manufactured Home Installer License
License Issued By:
Delaware Board of Manufactured Home Installation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$223 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $223 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Delaware does not require a Manufactured Home Manufacturer License. However, if your business is manufacturing manufactured homes in Connecticut, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, email LicenseLogix to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Delaware Money Transmitter License
License Issued By:
Delaware Office of the State Bank Commissioner
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$402.50 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $402.50 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Mortgage Broker License
License Issued By:
Delaware Office of the State Bank Commissioner
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$750 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $750 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Mortgage Lender License
License Issued By:
Delaware Office of the State Bank Commissioner
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$500 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Exams
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $500 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual exams.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Pawnbroker License
License Issued By:
Delaware State Police
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $50 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Payday Lender License
License Issued By:
Delaware Office of the State Bank Commissioner
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$1000 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Exams
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $1,000 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual exams.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Pesticide Product Registration
License Issued By:
Delaware Department of Agriculture
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$70 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $70 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Delaware does not require a Pet Shop License at the state level. However, if your business is operating a pet shop in Delaware, you may be required to obtain Pet Shop License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Delaware Pharmacy License
License Issued By:
Delaware Board of Pharmacy
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$343 *, an inspection
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $343 fee*, an inspection, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Plumbing Contractor License
License Issued By:
Delaware Department of Finance's Division of Revenue
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $75 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Private Investigation Agency License
License Issued By:
Delaware State Police
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$315 to $430 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $315 to $430 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Private Security License
License Issued By:
Delaware Professional Licensing
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$345 to $585 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $345 to $585 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Professional Engineer License
License Issued By:
Delaware Association of Professional Engineers
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $100 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Delaware does not require a Residential Painter License at the state level. However, if your business is providing residential painting services in Delaware, you may be required to obtain Residential Painter License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Delaware Roofing Contractor License
License Issued By:
Delaware Department of Finance's Division of Revenue
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $75 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Sales Tax ID
License Issued By:
Delaware Division of Revenue
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
varying fees
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, varying fees, extensive supporting documentation, and tax returns.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Secondhand Dealer License
License Issued By:
Division of State Police of the Delaware Department of Safety and Homeland Security
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$50 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $50 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Solar Contractor License
License Issued By:
Delaware Division of Professional Regulation
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$84 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $84 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
The State of Delaware does not require a Staff Leasing Agency License. However, if your business is providing professional employer services in Delaware, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
The State of Delaware does not require a Talent Agency License. However, if your business is acting as a talent agency in Delaware, you may still be required to comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level. If you are unsure about whether your business needs to be licensed, please contact CT Corporation to consult a licensing specialist.
License Type:
Delaware Tattoo Parlor License
License Issued By:
Delaware Environmental Health Field Services
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $100 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Telemarketing License
License Issued By:
Delaware Department of Justice
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$100 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $100 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Title Agency License
License Issued By:
Delaware Department of Insurance
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$75 *
Other Requirements:
Biennial Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $75 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and biennial renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Tobacco Retail License
License Issued By:
Delaware Division of Revenue
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$90 plus $15 per location *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $90 fee plus $15 per location*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Tobacco Wholesale License
License Issued By:
Delaware Department of Revenue
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$200 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $200 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Unemployment Tax ID
License Issued By:
Delaware Department of Labor's Division of Unemployment Insurance
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, extensive supporting documentation, and tax returns.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Wholesale Drug Distributor License
License Issued By:
Division of Professional Regulation of the Delaware Department of State
Jurisdiction Filing Fees:
$758 *
Other Requirements:
Annual Renewals
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, a $758 fee*, extensive supporting documentation, and annual renewals.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
License Type:
Delaware Withholding Tax ID
License Issued By:
Delaware Division of Revenue
Other Requirements:
Tax Returns
Notes:
To obtain (and maintain) this license, the State of Delaware requires an application, extensive supporting documentation, and tax returns.
Furthermore, the State may reject your application if you have not met certain prerequisites** prior to submission.
Delaware Counties do not issue Basic Business Licenses. However, your business may be required to obtain a Basic Business License at the state or local level or comply with other licensing laws, based on your business activity and location. Let CT Corporation determine all of the licenses and registrations that you may need, and guide you through the process of obtaining them!
Note: The above refers only to basic business licenses, which are required for any type of business operating within the county. For information regarding industry specific licenses issued by Delaware, contact us today!
Let us take care of the paperwork for you! We will prepare and file your application, and we will follow up with the State until you have received your
Delaware state license. As licensing experts, we will streamline the entire licensing process, making it as painless as possible.
For more information, please contact a CT Corporation licensing specialist.
