All requests should be faxed to the Compliance Division at (614) 387-1847. A partial list of codes can be viewed from the Ohio Department of Taxation.Ī list of county vendor licenses that have been issued may be obtained from the Ohio Department of Taxation. When completing a vendor's license registration form, business owners will need to know the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code. A vendor’s license is available through the Auditor’s office, the Ohio Department of Taxation or the Ohio Business Gateway. Please visit for a complete list of licenses and permits for different agencies.Ohio law requires a vendor’s license for any business making retail sales of tangible personal property or taxable services from a fixed or transient location, including internet sales. Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services Unemployment Compensation

If your business will have employees, it is important to contact both the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation and Unemployment Compensation ( through Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services) to determine if it is required to register with them. If you are starting a restaurant, you may need to contact and register with the local Health Department. Depending on the type of business you are starting, certain licenses and permits will need to be obtained from the State of Ohio and also from the local county or city.įor example, if you are starting a cosmetology business you may be required to register with the Ohio Board of Cosmetology. Various licenses and permits may be needed to operate your business in Ohio in addition to registering with ODT.

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