Essentially any Georgia-based business located physically within Georgia state needs specific basic business licenses and permits. You can check official GA.gov sites to know the specifics.
License Requirements by City
Below are licensing requirements for a few cities:
- Atlanta: Businesses operating in Atlanta need a city business license. Some businesses like those selling alcohol are regulated. Permits are through the Finance Department.
To start an LLC in Georgia takes 5-7 days online or up to two weeks by mail to file Articles of Organization.
Registering online to get a sales tax permit with Georgia takes about 15 minutes. You can apply here: https://gtc.dor.ga.gov/_/.
The cost of an occupational tax certificate depends on gross receipts and the number of employees. LegalZoom offers licensing service packages starting at $99.
Starting an E-commerce Business
Branding is crucial when launching an e-commerce business. You need your target audience, product niche, and brand name. Put your plan on paper, set your budget and costs. Financial management is vital.
You can sell online by creating your own store or using sites like Amazon. Considering Georgia’s growing online market, LLBase helps entrepreneurs through business formation, licensing, websites, and more – no better time to start an e-commerce venture.