Set Up a Business License in Minnesota

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The Minnesota Secretary of State handles Business License records and business registrations. Registration data regarding a Minnesota Business License can be located by means of the Minnesota Secretary of State online search tool. When incorporated, businesses need to be registered with the Minnesota Secretary of State to operate there.

The Minnesota Secretary of State also handles dissolution.


Here's where I go to find the latest link to locate a Minnesota Business License: Minnesota Secretary of State

When you have your result, there will usually be several pieces of information about the Business License.

  • Recorded Name
  • Registration Number
  • Standing
  • Address
  • Minnesota Agent of Service for Business License
  • Registered Agent Address
  • Number to Contact Business License

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