DC Business License Registration

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Businesses wishing to operate in the District of Columbia need to be registered with the Secretary of State of District of Columbia. Information on a Business License in the District of Columbia can be located by the District of Columbia Secretary of State. The District of Columbia Secretary of State is the primary custodian of important state records.

Another responsibility of the Secretary of State is the dissolution of businesses that are no longer active.


Here's where I go to get the latest link to find a Business License in the District of Columbia: District of Columbia Secretary of State

After finding the Business License you are searching for, information about it is listed, often including the following.

  • Registered Name
  • Business License Identification Number
  • Standing
  • Business License Address
  • Registered Agent for Business License
  • Agent Mailing Address
  • Phone Number

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