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The Secretary of State of Virginia is the primary custodian of state records, including Business License registrations. Businesses must be registered with the Virginia Secretary of State. The Virginia Secretary of State is a great resource for finding information on a Business License registered in Virginia.

The Secretary of State also handles dissolution.


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

After finding the Business License you're searching for, info about it is given. This usually includes:

  • Recorded Business License Name
  • Business License ID Number
  • Status
  • Business License Location
  • Virginia Registered Agent
  • Registered Agent Address
  • Phone Contact Number

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