Opening a business in Virginia: state licenses, permits and registrations
The 5 state-level filings in Virginia, and full guides for 2 cities there. None of them has a fixed government fee and 5 fees are set by the space or the business.
Fees and timelines at a glance
| Filing | Agency | Government fee |
|---|---|---|
| LLC formation (Articles of Organization) | Virginia State Corporation Commission, Clerk's Office | Varies |
| Virginia business tax registration | Virginia Department of Taxation | Varies |
| Certified food protection manager | Virginia Department of Health, with local health departments | Varies |
| Unemployment insurance employer registration | Virginia Employment Commission | Varies |
| Virginia ABC retail license (on-premises wine and beer) | Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority | Varies |
City guides in Virginia
Every filing links to the agency's own page, and every fact comes from an official form or agency page. Agency requirements change; check the agency's page before you file. How we source and check these guides
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